ALS : Highlands of the Hudson, N.Y., to Robert Hunter Morris, 1755 July 6.

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ALS : Highlands of the Hudson, N.Y., to Robert Hunter Morris, 1755 July 6.

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Alexander, aide to Gen. William Shirley, governor of Massachusetts and commander of the planned exepedition against Niagara, gives a full account of the progress of the campaign to the governor of New York. Includes information about Shirley's plans, ammunition, finances, and troop movements; and mentions the related Crown Point expedition. Followed by a letter from Shirley's son John, giving additional details and news of the beginning of Braddock's campaign.

1 item (4 p.) ; 24 cm.

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Kountze, De Lancey, d. 1946,

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Alexander, William, 1726-1783

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