ALS, 1777 August 8 : W[illia]msburgh, to [Congress].

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ALS, 1777 August 8 : W[illia]msburgh, to [Congress].

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Henry writes to the Congress to seek a solution for the discontent between the Continental Army & the Virginia Artillery.

2 p. ; 31.7 x 20.3 cm.

Copley Press, J S Copley Library

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Copley Press, J S Copley Library

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