Papers, 1776-1894, 1776-1830 (bulk)

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Papers, 1776-1894, 1776-1830 (bulk)

Miscellaneous papers of Zephaniah Platt include a memoranda on the military history of the colonies, 1776-1779; documents from his service as Justice of the Peace, 1791-1798; and a notice concerning his estate, 1830. Other family items include muster roll of John Platt's corps of infantry, 1812, and regimental orders signed by John Platt, 1814; letters from Bethiah W. Ganoe concerning Zephaniah Platt and the Platt family, 1894; and undated letters by Sarah E. Angell concerning the Platt and Adriance families.

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Platt, Zephaniah, 1735-1807

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Zephaniah Platt (May 27, 1735 – September 12, 1807) was an American politician and lawyer, and founder of the U.S. town of Plattsburgh, New York. Born in Huntington in the Province of New York, Platt received an English education. After studying law and being admitted to the bar, he practiced law in Poughkeepsie, New York. He became involved in politics, serving as a a member of the New York Provincial Congress from 1775 to 1777, on the Committee of Safety in 1777, in the New York State Senat...

Angell, Sarah Ann

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Ganoe, Bethiah W.

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Platt, John B.

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