William Bell Clark Correspondence, 1946.

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William Bell Clark Correspondence, 1946.

Two letters from him to Essex Institute concerning John Glover's role in George Washington's fleet.

1 envelope.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7943697

Peabody Essex Museum

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