Revolutionary War Collection, 1775-1790.

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Revolutionary War Collection, 1775-1790.

Collection consists of two military commissions of Abel Lawrence, and miscellaneous documents. The miscellaneous documents include: inventories, correspondence, regimental papers, payroll lists, muster rolls, crew lists, manuals, and receipts.

3 linear feet.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7916207

Peabody Essex Museum

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