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George Philip Hooke journal 1779-1780 Hooke, George Philip journal

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The George Philip Hooke journal is a 21-page officer roster and journal of the 1st Battalion of Grenadiers in the British army, which describes their travel from New York to South Carolina. The volume also contains copies of 30 catch tunes, many with lyrics.

1 volume

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William L. Clements Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 6390892

William L. Clements Library

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