James Lynah papers, 1776-1868.

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James Lynah papers, 1776-1868.

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This collection consists of papers and items belonging to James Lynah. Included are Lynah's commissions as a surgeon to various militias; correspondence between Lynah and Count Pulaski, Alexander Hamilton, William L. Johnson; and a typed copy of Lynah's will. Also included in this collection are some papers from Dr. Lynah's grandson, James Lynah, II. This collection includes the grapeshot extracted from General Casimir Pulaski's wound and a fragment of the vest Gen. Pulaski wore when shot. The fabric was made into a satchel in which the grapeshot was kept. Due to the fragility of the satchel, it is available for viewing by appointment only.

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Georgia Historical Society

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