Subject: Levy, Jonas Phillips, 1807-1883

This Congressional Record excerpt from July 1, 1882, details the contributions of Captain Jonas Phillips Levy during the Mexican-American War, specifically his role in transporting troops to the Battle of Vera Cruz. It highlights his later involvement in Washington, D.C. Jewish life and his protracted legal claim against the Mexican government, dating back to the 1850s. The record also touches upon Levy's significant role in the response to a discriminatory Swiss-American trade treaty in 1850.

This three-page document from the Congressional Record details a decision on an act concerning the relief of Jonas Levy. Dated July 15, 1854, it addresses Levy's war claims against Mexico and mandates the submission of these claims as a bill. The document also includes references to further appeals in 1882, indicating ongoing efforts to resolve Levy's claims. The document includes reference to a Senate document from May 4, 1858, further detailing the Court of Claims' report on Levy's case against the United States.