Loxley, Benjamin, 1720-1801. Journal, 1776. - View Resource

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Loxley, Benjamin, 1720-1801. Journal, 1776.

Title

Journal, 1776.

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http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/122380304

Abstract

Journal of Captain Benjamin Loxley of the first company of artillery of Philadelphia, containing account of the Amboy campaign, and muster roll for his company.

Extent

[38] p. ; 21 cm.

Holding Repository

Historical Society of Pennsylvania

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SNAC Resource ID: 6696569

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United States. Continental Army

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In response to the expansion of the Continental Army the number of staff was increased and reorganized in 1776. Changes included the creation of a new unit to supplement George Washington's personal staff. This special unit, the Commander in Chief's Guard, was formed on March 12, 1776 with Captain Caleb Gibbs (formerly adjutant of the 14th Continental Regiment and appointed Aid to Major General Greene) as commander. The unit protected Washington, the army's cash, and official papers. ...

Loxley, Benjamin, 1720-1801

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