Alexander Robinson papers 1809-1843 1814-1815 Robinson, Alexander papers

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Alexander Robinson papers 1809-1843 1814-1815 Robinson, Alexander papers

The Alexander Robinson papers contain military records relating to Fort Greene, which Robinson commanded during the War of 1812, business records relating to international trading, as well as Robinson's personal correspondence.

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SNAC Resource ID: 6390977

William L. Clements Library

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