ALS, 1776 May 17, Philadelphia, Pa., to Meschech Weare.

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ALS, 1776 May 17, Philadelphia, Pa., to Meschech Weare.

Concerns the method of appointment of officers in the Continental Army.

2 p. ; 22 cm.

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SNAC Resource ID: 6756485

Rosenbach Museum & Library

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Whipple, William, 1731-1785

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