Jethro Sumner papers, 1780-1781.

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Jethro Sumner papers, 1780-1781.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/740231632

The Jethro Sumner papers contain incoming and outgoing letters relating to the progress of the Southern Campaign of the Revolutionary War, including the battles of Charlotte and King's Mountain, logistical and personnel concerns, and Sumner's resignation.

72 items (0.25 linear feet)

William L. Clements Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 8111749

William L. Clements Library

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Doherty, George W.

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Davidson, William Lee, 1746-1781

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Sumner, Jethro, 1733?-1785

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Lock, Francis.

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Thackston, James.

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Lamb, Gideon.

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Gates, Horatio, 1728-1806

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American revolutionary general. From the description of Autograph letter signed : Traveller's Rest, to F. Meriwether, Esq., 1787 Jan. 19. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 270864014 Revolutionary general. Born in England, Gates settled in Virginia in 1772 after a career in the British army that included service in the French and Indian War. He was commissioned adjutant-general of the Continental Army in 1775, and was in command at the pivotal victory of Saratoga. After Saratoga...