Miscellaneous manuscripts 1661-1931

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Miscellaneous manuscripts 1661-1931

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Collection of petitions, accounts, and other miscellaneous materail, much of which relates to the political and military history of the colonial period.

200 linear ft.

Historical Society of Pennsylvania

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SNAC Resource ID: 8122425

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Historical Society of Pennsylvania

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The Historical Society of Pennsylvania was established in 1824 by seven young Philadelphians who were inspired by the patriotic celebrations and renewed civic pride brought on by the Marquis d Lafayette's visit to the United States. The aim of their fledgling organization was to collect and preserve evidence related to history of the commonwealth, to encourage scholarly research, and to stimulate public interest in American history. This mission remains central to the wo...