Reply to the Olive Branch Petition 1775

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Reply to the Olive Branch Petition 1775

http://archives.nypl.org/mss/3603

A contemporary copy or draft of King George III's speech at the opening of Parliament, October 26, 1775, discussing the situation in the American colonies and the steps he had taken to meet it. Referred to as a reply to the Olive Branch Petition

.21 linear foot (1 volume)

New York Public Library. Manuscripts and Archives Division

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SNAC Resource ID: 6313383

New York Public Library. Manuscripts and Archives Division

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