William Dorr journal, 1775-1776.

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Dorr, William, 1757-1840. William Dorr journal, 1775-1776.

William Dorr journal, 1775-1776.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/29247419

Journal kept by William Dorr from 17 Sept. - 14 Dec. 1775 and 1-6 Aug. 1776 on Arnold's Expedition to Quebec while serving with John Greaton's Regiment (later the 24th Continental). The entries describe the journey to Maine up the Kennebec River and down the Chaudiere to Quebec and the hardships incurred. The journal also contains lists of men wounded, those who died and were taken prisoner, and of carrying places on the Kennebec and Chaudiere. Also, a copy of the petition from the American prisoners to General Carleton of 6 Jun. 1776.

1 folder and 1 folder of photocopies.

Massachusetts Historical Society