Journal of the siege of Louisbourg in 1758, [between 1772 and 1791].

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Journal of the siege of Louisbourg in 1758, [between 1772 and 1791].

Copy of the original journal made sometime later by Gordon's son, William Augustus Gordon.

1 item (47 leaves) ; 33 cm.

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Lefroy, J. H. (John Henry), Sir, 1817-1890

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Gordon, William Augustus, 1739-ca. 1791.

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Royal United Service Institution (Great Britain)

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Gordon, David, 1959-....

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