Jonathan French journal 1757 French, Jonathan, journal

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Jonathan French journal 1757 French, Jonathan, journal

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The Jonathan French journal consists of entries from April 14-October 20, 1757, kept by Jonathan French, a private in the Massachusetts militia during the French and Indian War. French recorded his experiences during his corps' expedition from Boston to Fort Edward, New York, and his duties while stationed at the fort.

31 pages (1 volume) and 1 document

eng,

William L. Clements Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 6392631

William L. Clements Library

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