ALS, 1777 July 7, Philadelphia, to unknown.

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ALS, 1777 July 7, Philadelphia, to unknown.

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Gerry writes of the approach of the enemy towards Ticonderoga. "I think however that they will finally have reason to repent an Event that they may now consider as advantageous, if ye Militia of those States exert themselves with their wanted Spirits."

2 1/2 p. ; 21 x 16.5 cm.

Copley Press, J S Copley Library

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Copley Press, J S Copley Library

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