Henry Champion account book, 1783-1815.

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Henry Champion account book, 1783-1815.

Record of the final settling of accounts with individuals who helped provision the Continental Army during the Revolution, kept by Colchester, Connecticut, patriot Henry Champion. The second part of the volume contains records kept by Henry Champion III of bonds that he issued and how they were paid.

1 volume.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7579964

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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. ...

Champion, Henry, 1751-1836

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Champion, Henry, 1723-1797

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