John Louis Ligonier letter book 1752-1760 Ligonier, John Louis, letter book

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John Louis Ligonier letter book 1752-1760 Ligonier, John Louis, letter book

The John Louis Ligonier letter book (237 pages) contains the outgoing letters of the field marshal, master general of the ordnance, and commander-in-chief of the British army during the Seven Years War.

1 volume and 4 loose manuscripts

eng,

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SNAC Resource ID: 6390931

William L. Clements Library

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