Reading family of New Jersey collection, 1757-1787 (bulk 1765-1781).

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Reading family of New Jersey collection, 1757-1787 (bulk 1765-1781).

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/227150371

Consists of correspondence and documents of Thomas Reading, his father, Governor John Reading, and his brother, George Reading, chiefly dating from the time of the American Revolution.

1.4 linear ft. (1 oversize flat box)

Princeton University Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 7082273

Princeton University Library

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Reading family.

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Reading, Thomas, 1734-1814.

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Reading, George, 1725-1792.

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United States. Continental Army

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In response to the expansion of the Continental Army the number of staff was increased and reorganized in 1776. Changes included the creation of a new unit to supplement George Washington's personal staff. This special unit, the Commander in Chief's Guard, was formed on March 12, 1776 with Captain Caleb Gibbs (formerly adjutant of the 14th Continental Regiment and appointed Aid to Major General Greene) as commander. The unit protected Washington, the army's cash, and official papers. ...

Reading, John, 1686-1767

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