ALS, 1782 June 28 : Philadelphia, to Governor William Livingston.

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ALS, 1782 June 28 : Philadelphia, to Governor William Livingston.

Asks the Governor of New Jersey to send a list of names for those prisoners of war (Tories) he wishes freed so they may return to their former employment as forge men and colliers.

1 1/2 p. ; 34 x 21 cm.

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SNAC Resource ID: 6822690

Copley Press, J S Copley Library

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Livingston, William, 1723-1790

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