Henry Jackson papers, 1772-1782.

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Henry Jackson papers, 1772-1782.

Muster rolls and returns of Massachusetts troops in Col. Jackson's Additional Continental Regiment and later in his 16th and 9th Massachusetts Regiments. Includes information on enlistment and discharge dates, rank, length of service, age and physical characteristics, trade, and state and place of birth. Also includes some provision returns.

4 volumes.4 containers.1 microfilm reel.

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SNAC Resource ID: 8073924

Library of Congress

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