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1781-12-29

<div>THE PENNSYLVANIA PACKET, or; THE GENERAL ADVERTISER, Phila., Dec. 29, 1781  Page 2 has: "A Letter from Colonel Williams, D.A.G. of the Southern Army, to his Friend, a Gentleman in Philadelphia". In the letter Williams mentions his service in the military and states to his friend: "I consider myself interested in its reputation, and cannot hear, without concern, that an injurious opinion has been maliciously propagated, or ignorantly adopted, relative to the action before Camden on the 25th of April last..." What follows is Williams account of the events at Camden with much about the actions of Colonel Gunby and the apparent misconduct by the Maryland troops. Apparently there was a court of inquiry concerning this matter because Williams includes the opinion of the court in his letter and, we suspect that D.A.G. is an abbreviation for Deputy Advocate General. In reading the letter it is somewhat unclear whether Williams was a witness or representing the Advocate Generals office. Uncommon to see such war-related content in a newspaper from the Revolutionary War. Has ornate lettering in the masthead. Archival mend to two minor tears at the spine, area of very lite foxing, some lite margin foxing as well, otherwise nice. Untrimmed.</div>

THE PENNSYLVANIA PACKET, or; THE GENERAL ADVERTISER, Phila., Dec. 29, 1781 Page 2 has: "A Letter from Colonel Williams, D.A.G. of the Southern Army, to his Friend, a Gentleman in Philadelphia". In the letter Williams mentions his service in the military and states to his friend: "I consider myself interested in its reputation, and cannot hear, without concern, that an injurious opinion has been maliciously propagated, or ignorantly adopted, relative to the action before Camden on the 25th of April last..." What follows is Williams account of the events at Camden with much about the actions of Colonel Gunby and the apparent misconduct by the Maryland troops. Apparently there was a court of inquiry concerning this matter because Williams includes the opinion of the court in his letter and, we suspect that D.A.G. is an abbreviation for Deputy Advocate General. In reading the letter it is somewhat unclear whether Williams was a witness or representing the Advocate Generals office. Uncommon to see such war-related content in a newspaper from the Revolutionary War. Has ornate lettering in the masthead. Archival mend to two minor tears at the spine, area of very lite foxing, some lite margin foxing as well, otherwise nice. Untrimmed.

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7.8.2006

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1781-12-26

Revolutionary War pay document from Connecticut in 1781 * Unique gift idea * Original from Revolutionary War era Fascinating document for providing pay to soldiers through the Deputy Quarter Master of the Military for the State Of Connecticut. This document contains two signatures, is dated December 26, 1781 and is written out for Two Pounds and is approx. 4 by 6 inches in size. This document is in nice condition. A terrific item for display and dated during this very significant year in the war when Cornwallis surrendered. Very rare !

Revolutionary War pay document from Connecticut in 1781 * Unique gift idea * Original from Revolutionary War era Fascinating document for providing pay to soldiers through the Deputy Quarter Master of the Military for the State Of Connecticut. This document contains two signatures, is dated December 26, 1781 and is written out for Two Pounds and is approx. 4 by 6 inches in size. This document is in nice condition. A terrific item for display and dated during this very significant year in the war when Cornwallis surrendered. Very rare !

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1781-12-20

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, December 20, 1781  This issue contains one of the most historically significant letters from the Revolutionary War, being Cornwallis' official announcement of his surrender to Washington at the Battle of Yorktown. The report begins on the front page headed: "Copy of a Letter from Lieutenant General Earl Cornwallis, to Sir Henry Clinton, dated York town, in Virginia, Oct. 20' and begins with the very famous first sentence: "I have the mortification to inform your excellency that I have been forced to give up the posts of York and Gloucester, and to surrender the troops under my command, by capitulation, on the 19th inst. as prisoners of war, to the combined forces of America and France..." with much more. This letter continues to take almost all of page two where it is signed in type: CORNWALLIS. See the photos for the full text. Following this letter is the letter from Cornwallis to General Washington dated Oct. 17--also exceedingly historic--in which he announces: "I propose a cessation of hostilities for 24 hours; & that two officers may be appointed...to meet...to settle terms for the surrender of the posts of York and Gloucester." signed: Cornwallis. And following it is Washington's reply, signed: Geo. Washington (see), then followed by another letter from Cornwallis, and in turn a lengthier letter signed: Geo Washington concerning details on surrender terms. Finally there is the letter from Cornwallis formalizing the surrender, beginning: "I agree to open a treaty of capitulation upon the basis of the garrison's of York and Gloucester, including seamen, being prisoners of war..." with more, signed: Cornwallis. Immediately following this is the: "Return of the Killed, Wounded & Missing" from the battle (see).  An extremely historic issue not only containing Cornwallis' official surrender announcement, but including many correspondences between Cornwallis and Washington preparing for the surrender. And particularly significant to have this content in a London newspaper! Complete in 8 pages, measures 8 1/4 by 11 inches, slight bit of rubbing to the ftpg., otherwise in great condition.

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, December 20, 1781 This issue contains one of the most historically significant letters from the Revolutionary War, being Cornwallis' official announcement of his surrender to Washington at the Battle of Yorktown. The report begins on the front page headed: "Copy of a Letter from Lieutenant General Earl Cornwallis, to Sir Henry Clinton, dated York town, in Virginia, Oct. 20' and begins with the very famous first sentence: "I have the mortification to inform your excellency that I have been forced to give up the posts of York and Gloucester, and to surrender the troops under my command, by capitulation, on the 19th inst. as prisoners of war, to the combined forces of America and France..." with much more. This letter continues to take almost all of page two where it is signed in type: CORNWALLIS. See the photos for the full text. Following this letter is the letter from Cornwallis to General Washington dated Oct. 17--also exceedingly historic--in which he announces: "I propose a cessation of hostilities for 24 hours; & that two officers may be appointed...to meet...to settle terms for the surrender of the posts of York and Gloucester." signed: Cornwallis. And following it is Washington's reply, signed: Geo. Washington (see), then followed by another letter from Cornwallis, and in turn a lengthier letter signed: Geo Washington concerning details on surrender terms. Finally there is the letter from Cornwallis formalizing the surrender, beginning: "I agree to open a treaty of capitulation upon the basis of the garrison's of York and Gloucester, including seamen, being prisoners of war..." with more, signed: Cornwallis. Immediately following this is the: "Return of the Killed, Wounded & Missing" from the battle (see). An extremely historic issue not only containing Cornwallis' official surrender announcement, but including many correspondences between Cornwallis and Washington preparing for the surrender. And particularly significant to have this content in a London newspaper! Complete in 8 pages, measures 8 1/4 by 11 inches, slight bit of rubbing to the ftpg., otherwise in great condition.

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8.73.2009

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1781-12-08

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Dec. 8, 1781  The entire ftpg. is taken up with a reflection upon the Revolutionary War with much great content, beginning: "I find it suggested in the debates of a great House that the proper & best plan for recovering the American Colonies is a naval force & that we should content ourselves with defending our garrisons of New York & Charlestown without an army in the field..." with much more (see). A pg. 2 item includes: "....accounts form Philadelphia we hear there has been an action near Charlestown in which the English lost 600 men killed & 500 made prisoners..." with more. Another page has: "...arrived there from New York...an account was received there that since Lord Cornwallis was obliged to surrender at York Town, the South Carolina inhabitants have behaved in such a manner as seems to threaten a revolt." Near the back most of a page is taken up with a terrific & detailed account signed in type: Nathaniel Green, on the battle or Eutaw Springs (see photos) in South Carolina. Although Greene was defeated, he was able to force the British back toward Charleston regaining most of South Carolina for the Americans. Complete in 8 pgs., 8 1/2 by 11 in., two small wear holes in the front leaf cause loss to about four pg. 1 words, otherwise mostly good.

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Dec. 8, 1781 The entire ftpg. is taken up with a reflection upon the Revolutionary War with much great content, beginning: "I find it suggested in the debates of a great House that the proper & best plan for recovering the American Colonies is a naval force & that we should content ourselves with defending our garrisons of New York & Charlestown without an army in the field..." with much more (see). A pg. 2 item includes: "....accounts form Philadelphia we hear there has been an action near Charlestown in which the English lost 600 men killed & 500 made prisoners..." with more. Another page has: "...arrived there from New York...an account was received there that since Lord Cornwallis was obliged to surrender at York Town, the South Carolina inhabitants have behaved in such a manner as seems to threaten a revolt." Near the back most of a page is taken up with a terrific & detailed account signed in type: Nathaniel Green, on the battle or Eutaw Springs (see photos) in South Carolina. Although Greene was defeated, he was able to force the British back toward Charleston regaining most of South Carolina for the Americans. Complete in 8 pgs., 8 1/2 by 11 in., two small wear holes in the front leaf cause loss to about four pg. 1 words, otherwise mostly good.

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4.17.2009

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1781-11-22

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, November 22, 1781  * Revolutionary war original from the enemy * Benedict Arnold * Lord Cornwallis * Yorktown The front page has a report which is headed: "Extract of a Letter from Sir Henry Clinton to Lord George Germaine dated New York, October 15, 1781" which begins: "I have the honour to enclose...copies of an exchange effected on the 3rd of British and German officers of the troops of convention, and prisoners of war...." and what follows is a list of names of officers exchanged at Staten Island on Sept. 3, 1781 (see photos).  Two-thirds of a front page column is headed: "America" and is prefaced: "The following address from the loyal refugees was presented to his Royal Highness Prince William Henry on the first instant..." which begins: * We his Majesty's dutiful & loyal subjects, the refugees stationed on Bergen Neck, beg leave to address your Royal Highness..." and ends with: "...praying for that day when rebellion may be crushed & peace established throughout this Continent & his Majesty's standard displayed triumphant by land and sea... (see photos). Page 2 has a fascinating item reading in part: "...The General Congress have issued a Proclamation offering a reward of 5000 pounds sterling to be paid immediately to any person or persons who shall bring, dead or alive, General Arnold, whom they call a traitor to his country, for deserting the cause & fighting under the banners of England; all his property has been confiscated, and if he should fall alive into the hands of the Congress, his punishment will be very severe." Another page has a letter from New York dated Oct. 17 which notes: "...left the Chesapeak the 12th instant...informed me that the French & rebels had invested York Town & had thrown up works within about 600 yards of our redoubts. That two attempts had been made to storm one of the forts...the highest probability that an army so brave, with such a commander as Lord Cornwallis, would be able to withstand the most strenuous efforts of a formidable enemy till he may be succored from hence..." with more. How wrong they were. On Oct. 19 Cornwallis would surrender to Washington. This report is followed by a "Hand bill printed at Charlestown [Charleston]" (see photos). Complete in 8 pages, 8 1/2 by 11 inches, very nice & clean condition.

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, November 22, 1781 * Revolutionary war original from the enemy * Benedict Arnold * Lord Cornwallis * Yorktown The front page has a report which is headed: "Extract of a Letter from Sir Henry Clinton to Lord George Germaine dated New York, October 15, 1781" which begins: "I have the honour to enclose...copies of an exchange effected on the 3rd of British and German officers of the troops of convention, and prisoners of war...." and what follows is a list of names of officers exchanged at Staten Island on Sept. 3, 1781 (see photos). Two-thirds of a front page column is headed: "America" and is prefaced: "The following address from the loyal refugees was presented to his Royal Highness Prince William Henry on the first instant..." which begins: * We his Majesty's dutiful & loyal subjects, the refugees stationed on Bergen Neck, beg leave to address your Royal Highness..." and ends with: "...praying for that day when rebellion may be crushed & peace established throughout this Continent & his Majesty's standard displayed triumphant by land and sea... (see photos). Page 2 has a fascinating item reading in part: "...The General Congress have issued a Proclamation offering a reward of 5000 pounds sterling to be paid immediately to any person or persons who shall bring, dead or alive, General Arnold, whom they call a traitor to his country, for deserting the cause & fighting under the banners of England; all his property has been confiscated, and if he should fall alive into the hands of the Congress, his punishment will be very severe." Another page has a letter from New York dated Oct. 17 which notes: "...left the Chesapeak the 12th instant...informed me that the French & rebels had invested York Town & had thrown up works within about 600 yards of our redoubts. That two attempts had been made to storm one of the forts...the highest probability that an army so brave, with such a commander as Lord Cornwallis, would be able to withstand the most strenuous efforts of a formidable enemy till he may be succored from hence..." with more. How wrong they were. On Oct. 19 Cornwallis would surrender to Washington. This report is followed by a "Hand bill printed at Charlestown [Charleston]" (see photos). Complete in 8 pages, 8 1/2 by 11 inches, very nice & clean condition.

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4.16.2009

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1781-11-10

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, London, England, November 10, 1781  * Much on the closing actions of the Revolutionary War...  * Original from the enemy...  Pages 1 and 2 have a letter from Halfax which begins: "We have just now put in here in a very shattered condition, in consequence of a most desperate action with had with two French 40 gun frigates..." Over half of an inside pg. is taken up with an: "Extract of a Letter from a Lieutenant in the 40th Reg...dated New York, Sept. 24, 1781" which has some great content (see photos), portions including: "arrived at Sandy Hook on the 28th...we were landed at New York...marched to Whitestone...intention was to surprise the town of New London...the first division under Brig. General Arnold in person...landed on the east side of the river & proceeded directly against New London...they got possession of the town with little opposition..." plus much more. Great content! Another pg. has reports from Boston and Philadelphia (see) including: "...French & American troops...are now on their passage down the Chesapeake...". The back page has additional reports on the war & notes that: "...may afford us a flattering prospect & this is that the whole of the French fleet in the Chesapeake has been a long time on services, has met with very bad weather while at sea..." with more (see). There is also a full listing of the British ships in service at New York.. Eight pages, very nice condition.

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, London, England, November 10, 1781 * Much on the closing actions of the Revolutionary War... * Original from the enemy... Pages 1 and 2 have a letter from Halfax which begins: "We have just now put in here in a very shattered condition, in consequence of a most desperate action with had with two French 40 gun frigates..." Over half of an inside pg. is taken up with an: "Extract of a Letter from a Lieutenant in the 40th Reg...dated New York, Sept. 24, 1781" which has some great content (see photos), portions including: "arrived at Sandy Hook on the 28th...we were landed at New York...marched to Whitestone...intention was to surprise the town of New London...the first division under Brig. General Arnold in person...landed on the east side of the river & proceeded directly against New London...they got possession of the town with little opposition..." plus much more. Great content! Another pg. has reports from Boston and Philadelphia (see) including: "...French & American troops...are now on their passage down the Chesapeake...". The back page has additional reports on the war & notes that: "...may afford us a flattering prospect & this is that the whole of the French fleet in the Chesapeake has been a long time on services, has met with very bad weather while at sea..." with more (see). There is also a full listing of the British ships in service at New York.. Eight pages, very nice condition.

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12.24.2008

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1781-11-01

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, November, 1781  Great to find a genuine Revolutionary War era magazine from England, presenting the war reports with a British bias.  Near the back is a section headed: "American News" which has a "Copy of a Letter from Brig. Gen. Arnold to his Excellency the Commander in Chief, dated Sound off Plumb Island, Sept. 8, 1781" which takes over an entire page & is signed by him in type: B. Arnold. This is his detailed report on the taking of New London, Connecticut. Also included is a letter from George Washington to Congress which prefaces another letter from Gen. Gist concerning the safe arrival in the Chesapeake of Adm. De Grasse & his 28 French ships. It was this bit of very important news that would eventually seal the fate of Cornwallis at Yorktown, who desperately wanted the assistance of Clinton's navy in New York, but which would come to late. This is made evident but yet another report which has a  letter from Clinton to Germaine which includes: "...received a letter from the Admiral...to inform me of the enemy's being absolute masters of the navigation of the Chesapeak. I thought it right to call a council of the general officers on the subject of sending the supplies already mentioned...concurred with me in opinion that it was most advisable to wait until more favourable accounts from Rear Adm. Graves or the arrival of Adm. Digby rendering the sailing of the reinforcement less hazardous. In the mean time the exertions of both fleet & army shall be made to form a junction with the squadron & army in Virginia...". Another page has content which includes: "...he had that day embarked all the troops on board the men of war from the transports...& that the whole fleet...were then under sail for the Chesapeak...". Such assistance would come to late for Cornwallis who would surrender to Washington in mid-October at Yorktown. The report continues & notes: "...appears that on the 26th of Sept. Gen. Washington began to play his heavy artillery on York Town & before night had gained some trifling advantages."  Then further on the report becomes considerably more historic with: "...the fleet & army which sailed from the Hook on the 19th arrived off Cape Charles...when they had the mortification to hear that lord Cornwallis had proposed terms of capitulation to the enemy on the 18th..." and then also: "...we cannot entertain the least doubt of his lordship's having capitulated & that we are unfortunately too late to relieve him...the admiral has determined upon returning with his fleet to Sandy Hook...the terms of capitulation have not yet officially been received."  Truly a wealth of terrific content in this issue. Complete in 48 pages, measures about 5 by 8 inches, full title/index page, 4 interior pgs. bit close-trimmed but not affecting mentioned reports,  very nice condition.

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, November, 1781 Great to find a genuine Revolutionary War era magazine from England, presenting the war reports with a British bias. Near the back is a section headed: "American News" which has a "Copy of a Letter from Brig. Gen. Arnold to his Excellency the Commander in Chief, dated Sound off Plumb Island, Sept. 8, 1781" which takes over an entire page & is signed by him in type: B. Arnold. This is his detailed report on the taking of New London, Connecticut. Also included is a letter from George Washington to Congress which prefaces another letter from Gen. Gist concerning the safe arrival in the Chesapeake of Adm. De Grasse & his 28 French ships. It was this bit of very important news that would eventually seal the fate of Cornwallis at Yorktown, who desperately wanted the assistance of Clinton's navy in New York, but which would come to late. This is made evident but yet another report which has a letter from Clinton to Germaine which includes: "...received a letter from the Admiral...to inform me of the enemy's being absolute masters of the navigation of the Chesapeak. I thought it right to call a council of the general officers on the subject of sending the supplies already mentioned...concurred with me in opinion that it was most advisable to wait until more favourable accounts from Rear Adm. Graves or the arrival of Adm. Digby rendering the sailing of the reinforcement less hazardous. In the mean time the exertions of both fleet & army shall be made to form a junction with the squadron & army in Virginia...". Another page has content which includes: "...he had that day embarked all the troops on board the men of war from the transports...& that the whole fleet...were then under sail for the Chesapeak...". Such assistance would come to late for Cornwallis who would surrender to Washington in mid-October at Yorktown. The report continues & notes: "...appears that on the 26th of Sept. Gen. Washington began to play his heavy artillery on York Town & before night had gained some trifling advantages." Then further on the report becomes considerably more historic with: "...the fleet & army which sailed from the Hook on the 19th arrived off Cape Charles...when they had the mortification to hear that lord Cornwallis had proposed terms of capitulation to the enemy on the 18th..." and then also: "...we cannot entertain the least doubt of his lordship's having capitulated & that we are unfortunately too late to relieve him...the admiral has determined upon returning with his fleet to Sandy Hook...the terms of capitulation have not yet officially been received." Truly a wealth of terrific content in this issue. Complete in 48 pages, measures about 5 by 8 inches, full title/index page, 4 interior pgs. bit close-trimmed but not affecting mentioned reports, very nice condition.

220423

6.41.2007

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1781-10-09

A genuine Revolutionary War pay document from the State of Connecticut in the year of 1781 * Military soldier pay document  * Original from Revolutionary War era  Fascinating document for providing pay to soldiers through the Deputy Quarter Master of the Military for the State Of Connecticut. This document contains two signatures, is dated October 9, 1781 and is written out for Ten Pounds and is approx. 4 by 6 inches in size. This document is in nice condition. A terrific item for display and dated during this very significant year in the war when Cornwallis surrendered. Very rare !

A genuine Revolutionary War pay document from the State of Connecticut in the year of 1781 * Military soldier pay document * Original from Revolutionary War era Fascinating document for providing pay to soldiers through the Deputy Quarter Master of the Military for the State Of Connecticut. This document contains two signatures, is dated October 9, 1781 and is written out for Ten Pounds and is approx. 4 by 6 inches in size. This document is in nice condition. A terrific item for display and dated during this very significant year in the war when Cornwallis surrendered. Very rare !

545552

5.10.2008

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1781-10-08

THE NEW-YORK GAZETTE: AND WEEKLY MERCURY, Oct. 8, 1781 Edited and published by Hugh Gaine who supported the Crown and espoused the Royalist cause. A pg. 2 report from Philadelphia says that "By a person who left Williamsburgh about the 20th instant we are informed that Lord Cornwallis had evacuated Gloucester & only occupied at present the post of York--that he had fortified the place in the best manner. We expect the most interesting advices from that quarter as his excellency general Washington with the land forces was within 3 miles of York ten days ago." This is a great report from less than a month before Cornwallis would surrender to Washington there at Yorktown. Reports continue with: " ...the English army, said to consist of between 5 and 6,000 men, were encamped on Staten Island...indicating some sudden movement, not improbably towards this city." A letter from Cape Henry begins: "Nothing gave me greater pleasure than the appearance of the Army under general Washington..." with further on their movements which preceded the surrender of Cornwallis. Under South Carolina is a Proclamation addressing the rigorous confinement and subsequent execution of an American officer in the ...provost of Charlestown... along with the intention "...to make British Regular Officers, and not the deluded inhabitants who have joined their army, subject to retaliation..." Signed in type: Nath. Greene from Camden, South Carolina. Pg. 3 has a Two Dollars Reward for a runaway negro boy named Bristol who escaped from Major James Grant of the Kings American regiment. Uncommon to find such Tory issues. Masthead has a nice woodcut of a majestic seal topped by a crown and held by a lion and a unicorn, although it shows wear (see photos). A small ink library stamp in the lower margin, wear at folds causes a few small holes on the first leaf, some areas of foxing, otherwise generally good.

THE NEW-YORK GAZETTE: AND WEEKLY MERCURY, Oct. 8, 1781 Edited and published by Hugh Gaine who supported the Crown and espoused the Royalist cause. A pg. 2 report from Philadelphia says that "By a person who left Williamsburgh about the 20th instant we are informed that Lord Cornwallis had evacuated Gloucester & only occupied at present the post of York--that he had fortified the place in the best manner. We expect the most interesting advices from that quarter as his excellency general Washington with the land forces was within 3 miles of York ten days ago." This is a great report from less than a month before Cornwallis would surrender to Washington there at Yorktown. Reports continue with: " ...the English army, said to consist of between 5 and 6,000 men, were encamped on Staten Island...indicating some sudden movement, not improbably towards this city." A letter from Cape Henry begins: "Nothing gave me greater pleasure than the appearance of the Army under general Washington..." with further on their movements which preceded the surrender of Cornwallis. Under South Carolina is a Proclamation addressing the rigorous confinement and subsequent execution of an American officer in the ...provost of Charlestown... along with the intention "...to make British Regular Officers, and not the deluded inhabitants who have joined their army, subject to retaliation..." Signed in type: Nath. Greene from Camden, South Carolina. Pg. 3 has a Two Dollars Reward for a runaway negro boy named Bristol who escaped from Major James Grant of the Kings American regiment. Uncommon to find such Tory issues. Masthead has a nice woodcut of a majestic seal topped by a crown and held by a lion and a unicorn, although it shows wear (see photos). A small ink library stamp in the lower margin, wear at folds causes a few small holes on the first leaf, some areas of foxing, otherwise generally good.

216412

11.92.2006

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1781-09-01

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE from London, dated September, 1781. See the photo below for the nice full title/index page on the front of this issue. Great to find a genuine Revolutionary War era magazine from England, presenting the war reports with a British bias! This issue contains over 40 pages and measures about 5 by 8 inches. This issue contains some reports on the Revolutionary War. Includes a "List of the Men Killed or Disabled in the War", with the count under each of the Generals, including Gage, Howe, Carleton, Burgoyne & others. "Concerning the Condition & Treatment of Negroes in the West Indies". Some talk of war events in Virginia, plus talk of the evacuation of Camden, S.C.

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1781-08-25

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, August 25, 1781  * Lord Charles Cornwallis in Virginia  * Revolutionary War original  An inside page has a report from "America" and from the newspaper: "The Royal Gazette Extraordinary" out of New York, which gives a report of the operations of General Cornwallis (see for full text). Portions include: "His Lordship after passing James River...moved to Hanover Court House...the Marquis de la Fayette keeping about 20 miles distant from him...His Lordship then moved by Richmond & arrived at Williamsburg on the 25th of June...His Lordship...marched on the 4th instant to a camp near James Town...on the 6th information was brought ...of the approach of the enemy...large body attacked his out-posts...the attack was begun by the first line with great spirit..." plus more (see). The same page has an: "Extract of a Letter from Capt. George Ross...dated Halifax, Nova Scotia" with military reports (see for portions). Eight pages in nice condition.

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, August 25, 1781 * Lord Charles Cornwallis in Virginia * Revolutionary War original An inside page has a report from "America" and from the newspaper: "The Royal Gazette Extraordinary" out of New York, which gives a report of the operations of General Cornwallis (see for full text). Portions include: "His Lordship after passing James River...moved to Hanover Court House...the Marquis de la Fayette keeping about 20 miles distant from him...His Lordship then moved by Richmond & arrived at Williamsburg on the 25th of June...His Lordship...marched on the 4th instant to a camp near James Town...on the 6th information was brought ...of the approach of the enemy...large body attacked his out-posts...the attack was begun by the first line with great spirit..." plus more (see). The same page has an: "Extract of a Letter from Capt. George Ross...dated Halifax, Nova Scotia" with military reports (see for portions). Eight pages in nice condition.

553220

3.34.2008

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THE LONDON CHRONICLE, London, England, August 16, 1781  * Revolutionary War events in the South...  * Original from the enemy...  Page 2 has some reports on the Revolutionary War, bits including: Letters from Charlestown say that the great activity of Lord Rawdon...is likely to surmount the difficulties they have had to encounter...purpose to overtake them & to scour the country which bids fair to put an end to that petty warfare...reasons at large for refusing the permit Congress money to pass in his lines, denying the demands of Congress & Washington for men, clothes & money...received accounts of Lord Cornwallis being in Hanover County, Virginia, near the head of York River...La Fayette was 30 miles distant from him & had not then been joined by General Wayne...confirm the reports formerly received of the French having evacuated Rhode Island. Most of their troops had joined Washington at West Point..." Eight pages, Some rubbing & dirtiness to the front page only, generally nice.

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, London, England, August 16, 1781 * Revolutionary War events in the South... * Original from the enemy... Page 2 has some reports on the Revolutionary War, bits including: Letters from Charlestown say that the great activity of Lord Rawdon...is likely to surmount the difficulties they have had to encounter...purpose to overtake them & to scour the country which bids fair to put an end to that petty warfare...reasons at large for refusing the permit Congress money to pass in his lines, denying the demands of Congress & Washington for men, clothes & money...received accounts of Lord Cornwallis being in Hanover County, Virginia, near the head of York River...La Fayette was 30 miles distant from him & had not then been joined by General Wayne...confirm the reports formerly received of the French having evacuated Rhode Island. Most of their troops had joined Washington at West Point..." Eight pages, Some rubbing & dirtiness to the front page only, generally nice.

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1781-08-01

THE WESTMINSTER MAGAZINE, London, August, 1781  * "Naval & Military Advices from America, the East and West Indies, North Seas, etc" * Uncommon title...  Revolutionary war original from the enemy...  Original 1781 Twelve pages are taken up with an extremely detailed account of: "Naval & Military Advices from America, the East and West Indies, North Seas, etc" which obviously includes much on military affairs from the Revolutionary War, including a letter from Lord Rawdon to Earl Cornwallis from Monk's Corner, South Carolina, and another letter from Charleston. Also letters from Gen. Leslie to Henry Clinton, and from Rawdon to Henry Clinton. Also text on the "Surrender of West Florida to the Spanish Arms", plus much more. Near the back are additional reports on the war headed: "American News--From the Royal Gazette Extraordinary, New York...". Measures 5 by 8 inches, complete in 54 pages, very nice condition. No plates are present. One of the less common titles from the 18th century.

THE WESTMINSTER MAGAZINE, London, August, 1781 * "Naval & Military Advices from America, the East and West Indies, North Seas, etc" * Uncommon title... Revolutionary war original from the enemy... Original 1781 Twelve pages are taken up with an extremely detailed account of: "Naval & Military Advices from America, the East and West Indies, North Seas, etc" which obviously includes much on military affairs from the Revolutionary War, including a letter from Lord Rawdon to Earl Cornwallis from Monk's Corner, South Carolina, and another letter from Charleston. Also letters from Gen. Leslie to Henry Clinton, and from Rawdon to Henry Clinton. Also text on the "Surrender of West Florida to the Spanish Arms", plus much more. Near the back are additional reports on the war headed: "American News--From the Royal Gazette Extraordinary, New York...". Measures 5 by 8 inches, complete in 54 pages, very nice condition. No plates are present. One of the less common titles from the 18th century.

548000

7.20.2008

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1781-08-01

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE from London, dated August, 1781. * Revolutionary War from the enemy * Fighting in the South (Carolinas) * Francis Rawdon-Hastings * Lord Cornwallis See the photo below for the nice full title/index page on the front of this issue. Great to find a genuine Revolutionary War era magazine from England, presenting the war reports with a British bias. Near the back is a letter from Lord Rawdon to Cornwallis from Monk's Corner beginning: * The situation of affairs in this province has made it necessary for a time to withdraw my force from the back country & to assemble what troops I can collect at this point... with some particulars of a battle in the Carolinas. This is followed by two more letters from Rawdon to Cornwallis, in all taking  3/4 of a page (see), one of which concerns affairs at Ninety-Six. Another report comes from New York and concerns Tarleton and his work in the South with mention of Cornwallis & others (see). Complete in 50 pgs. with a full title/index page, measures 5 1/4 by 8 1/2 in., one tear to an inside pg., great condition. This issue contains no plates or maps.

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE from London, dated August, 1781. * Revolutionary War from the enemy * Fighting in the South (Carolinas) * Francis Rawdon-Hastings * Lord Cornwallis See the photo below for the nice full title/index page on the front of this issue. Great to find a genuine Revolutionary War era magazine from England, presenting the war reports with a British bias. Near the back is a letter from Lord Rawdon to Cornwallis from Monk's Corner beginning: * The situation of affairs in this province has made it necessary for a time to withdraw my force from the back country & to assemble what troops I can collect at this point... with some particulars of a battle in the Carolinas. This is followed by two more letters from Rawdon to Cornwallis, in all taking 3/4 of a page (see), one of which concerns affairs at Ninety-Six. Another report comes from New York and concerns Tarleton and his work in the South with mention of Cornwallis & others (see). Complete in 50 pgs. with a full title/index page, measures 5 1/4 by 8 1/2 in., one tear to an inside pg., great condition. This issue contains no plates or maps.

541911

3.45.2008

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1781-07-12

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, July 12, 1781 * Revolutionary war original fro the enemy * Philadelphia, Pennsylvania riots An inside page has a report: "Letter from a Gentleman in New York..." which includes: "Not only the rebel land forces but their sea force has been pretty roughly handled lately...Indeed mobs & mutinies already rage, subverting all order & good government. The Philadelphia rioters were carrying every think before them, trampling on power & authority wherever a shadow of it remained..." and ending with: "...This the much wished-for period seems fast to approach when the baseless fabric of Congress shall be shaken to pieces & its distracted States become useful colonies." Other European news & some ads as well. Eight pages, very nice condition.

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, July 12, 1781 * Revolutionary war original fro the enemy * Philadelphia, Pennsylvania riots An inside page has a report: "Letter from a Gentleman in New York..." which includes: "Not only the rebel land forces but their sea force has been pretty roughly handled lately...Indeed mobs & mutinies already rage, subverting all order & good government. The Philadelphia rioters were carrying every think before them, trampling on power & authority wherever a shadow of it remained..." and ending with: "...This the much wished-for period seems fast to approach when the baseless fabric of Congress shall be shaken to pieces & its distracted States become useful colonies." Other European news & some ads as well. Eight pages, very nice condition.

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3.34.2008

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1781-07-01

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE dated July, 1781 from London, from this significant year of the Revolutionary War. Contains an interesting article headed: "Plan for Putting an End to the American War & for Laying the Foundation of a Permanent Peace with the Thirteen Colonies". Another report has some good talk on military affairs in America including: "...Lord Cornwallis has entered Virginia; that a reinforcement has entered Chesapeak...on receiving intelligence of the arrival there of Gen. Corwallis...two intercepted letters from Gen. Washington to la Fayette, the first dated New Windsor & Acquaints the marquis with the sailing of reinforcement of 1500 men mentioned in Gen. Clinton's letter... and gives him hopes of being soon joined by General Wayne with his Pennsylvanians...". Plus talk of 2 more intercepted letters involving Washington mentions an attempt to take New York, plus much more on events of the War. A great issue with a wealth of fine reading. Much great reading in this issue. The issue measures about 5 1/2 by 8 inches and in nice condition.

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE dated July, 1781 from London, from this significant year of the Revolutionary War. Contains an interesting article headed: "Plan for Putting an End to the American War & for Laying the Foundation of a Permanent Peace with the Thirteen Colonies". Another report has some good talk on military affairs in America including: "...Lord Cornwallis has entered Virginia; that a reinforcement has entered Chesapeak...on receiving intelligence of the arrival there of Gen. Corwallis...two intercepted letters from Gen. Washington to la Fayette, the first dated New Windsor & Acquaints the marquis with the sailing of reinforcement of 1500 men mentioned in Gen. Clinton's letter... and gives him hopes of being soon joined by General Wayne with his Pennsylvanians...". Plus talk of 2 more intercepted letters involving Washington mentions an attempt to take New York, plus much more on events of the War. A great issue with a wealth of fine reading. Much great reading in this issue. The issue measures about 5 1/2 by 8 inches and in nice condition.

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1781-07-01

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE from London, dated July, 1781. See the photo below for the nice full title/index page on the front of this issue. Great to find a genuine Revolutionary War era magazine from England, presenting the war reports with a British bias! This issue contains over 40 pages and measures about 5 by 8 inches. This issue contains some reports on the Revolutionary War. Contains an interesting article headed: "Plan for Putting an End to the American War & for Laying the Foundation of a Permanent Peace with the Thirteen Colonies". Another report has some good talk on military affairs in America including: "...Lord Cornwallis has entered Virginia; that a reinforcement has entered Chesapeak...on receiving intelligence of the arrival there of Gen. Corwallis...two intercepted letters from Gen. Washington to la Fayette, the first dated New Windsor & Acquaints the marquis with the sailing of reinforcement of 1500 men mentioned in Gen. Clinton's letter... and gives him hopes of being soon joined by Gen. Wayne with his Pennsylvanians...". Plus talk of 2 more intercepted letters involving Washington mentions an attempt to take New York, plus much more on events of the War.

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE from London, dated July, 1781. See the photo below for the nice full title/index page on the front of this issue. Great to find a genuine Revolutionary War era magazine from England, presenting the war reports with a British bias! This issue contains over 40 pages and measures about 5 by 8 inches. This issue contains some reports on the Revolutionary War. Contains an interesting article headed: "Plan for Putting an End to the American War & for Laying the Foundation of a Permanent Peace with the Thirteen Colonies". Another report has some good talk on military affairs in America including: "...Lord Cornwallis has entered Virginia; that a reinforcement has entered Chesapeak...on receiving intelligence of the arrival there of Gen. Corwallis...two intercepted letters from Gen. Washington to la Fayette, the first dated New Windsor & Acquaints the marquis with the sailing of reinforcement of 1500 men mentioned in Gen. Clinton's letter... and gives him hopes of being soon joined by Gen. Wayne with his Pennsylvanians...". Plus talk of 2 more intercepted letters involving Washington mentions an attempt to take New York, plus much more on events of the War.

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1781-06-01

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, June, 1781 * Lord Cornwallis...   * Benedict Arnold...  This issue is from London, dated in this significant year of the Revolutionary War. The first article is a continuation on the "Debate on the Motion of Thanks to Earl Cornwallis", mentioning: * ...the victories he had gained, like those of Phila. & Ticonderoga, served only to multiply distresses..." with much more (see for portions)  Under the "Historical Chronicle" near the back is a lengthy & detailed account of Cornwallis' intentions for the winter campaign in the Carolinas and other military affairs in the area, signed by him in type: Cornwallis. This is followed by a very historic--and again lengthy & detailed--letter signed by Cornwallis on his victory at the battle of Guilford Court House in North Carolina. It was a bittersweet victory, as he suffered such severe losses that he abandoned his campaign to establish British control over the Carolinas. There are two more letters signed by Cornwallis as well, both relating to military events in the South. Further on is a nice & detailed letter signed by: B. Arnold, concerning events in Virginia (see for portions). A great issue with a wealth of fine reading. Complete in 50 pages, measures about 5 by 8 in., tiny binding holes at the blank spine margin, otherwise quite nice.

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, June, 1781 * Lord Cornwallis... * Benedict Arnold... This issue is from London, dated in this significant year of the Revolutionary War. The first article is a continuation on the "Debate on the Motion of Thanks to Earl Cornwallis", mentioning: * ...the victories he had gained, like those of Phila. & Ticonderoga, served only to multiply distresses..." with much more (see for portions) Under the "Historical Chronicle" near the back is a lengthy & detailed account of Cornwallis' intentions for the winter campaign in the Carolinas and other military affairs in the area, signed by him in type: Cornwallis. This is followed by a very historic--and again lengthy & detailed--letter signed by Cornwallis on his victory at the battle of Guilford Court House in North Carolina. It was a bittersweet victory, as he suffered such severe losses that he abandoned his campaign to establish British control over the Carolinas. There are two more letters signed by Cornwallis as well, both relating to military events in the South. Further on is a nice & detailed letter signed by: B. Arnold, concerning events in Virginia (see for portions). A great issue with a wealth of fine reading. Complete in 50 pages, measures about 5 by 8 in., tiny binding holes at the blank spine margin, otherwise quite nice.

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3.45.2008

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1781-05-31

THE CONNECTICUT JOURNAL, New Haven, May 31, 1781  * General Nathaniel Greene * Revolutionary war original from America * Carolinas The front page has a nice letter: "...from an officer of distinction in the southern army, dated Camp, May's Mill, April 15" which has some nice military-relate content, including: * We are thus far on our route towards Camden...What is to be expected there events must determined. 'Tis said Lord Cornwallis is at Wilmington, Lord Raqdon's force I can't ascertain tho' vastly inferior to our's...about 500 North Carolinian militia & Washington & Lee's horse...Clarke has defeated a body of Tories...that General Greene hath made himself master of the British post at Camden... with much more (see). Page 2 has an item taken from the Royal Gazette of Charleston, S.C. (see). There is also a report concerning events near Pensacola, and another report talking of General Greene before Camden, South Carolina. And there is a report datelined Chatham, New Jersey, which begins: "In the night of the 25th a party of Indians, consisting of 25, with two tory pilots, crossed the river Delaware opposite Minisink..." with more (see). Page 3 has a report of General Washington & General Knox arriving at Wethersfield, Connecticut, and being: "...saluted by the discharge of 13 cannon..." (see). Complete in 4 pages, various water staining but causing no loss of readability, tiny rubbing hole at the very center of the front leaf, some dirtiness to the back page.

THE CONNECTICUT JOURNAL, New Haven, May 31, 1781 * General Nathaniel Greene * Revolutionary war original from America * Carolinas The front page has a nice letter: "...from an officer of distinction in the southern army, dated Camp, May's Mill, April 15" which has some nice military-relate content, including: * We are thus far on our route towards Camden...What is to be expected there events must determined. 'Tis said Lord Cornwallis is at Wilmington, Lord Raqdon's force I can't ascertain tho' vastly inferior to our's...about 500 North Carolinian militia & Washington & Lee's horse...Clarke has defeated a body of Tories...that General Greene hath made himself master of the British post at Camden... with much more (see). Page 2 has an item taken from the Royal Gazette of Charleston, S.C. (see). There is also a report concerning events near Pensacola, and another report talking of General Greene before Camden, South Carolina. And there is a report datelined Chatham, New Jersey, which begins: "In the night of the 25th a party of Indians, consisting of 25, with two tory pilots, crossed the river Delaware opposite Minisink..." with more (see). Page 3 has a report of General Washington & General Knox arriving at Wethersfield, Connecticut, and being: "...saluted by the discharge of 13 cannon..." (see). Complete in 4 pages, various water staining but causing no loss of readability, tiny rubbing hole at the very center of the front leaf, some dirtiness to the back page.

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4.28.2009

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1781-05-19

<div>THE PROVIDENCE GAZETTE & COUNTRY JOURNAL, Rhode Island, May 19, 1781  * John Hancock  * Rare Revolutionary War original...  Rhode Island  Much of the front page of this rare issue is taken up with editorial reporting concerning the Revolutionary War (see photos), with mention of John Hancock and others. This text carries over to page 4 as well. A page 2 item begins: "...we are informed that the garrison at Ninety-Six, which consisted of 90 regulars & about 300 tories, had surrendered to General Sumpter...General Greene was on his march against that place which it was expected would shortly fall into his hands Much of page 2 is taken up with various war reports, simply too much to mention here--but see the photos. A few items include: "...ships under Greaves got up to Alexandria...but did not attack the battery..." "Five of the enemy's ships have run up Potowmack & anchored opposite Hoe's Ferry..." "Latest accounts from North Carolina mention that Lord Cornwallis & his army had reached Wilmington on Cape Fear River...that General Greene & his forces were on their way toward Camden..." "When the people of Charlestown heard of General Greene's repulse of by Cornwallis they illuminated the city..." and much more.  Page 3 has war items also with content including: "...the British fleet had all arrived there from Chesapeake & sailed last Wed....supposed for South Carolina, with all the British troops & light horse; that there were none but Hessians left at New York..." & more. Page 3 also has a lengthy list of men who: "Deserted from Col. Greene's Regiment..." with details of each (see photos). Complete in 4 pages, various brown staining but causing no loss of readability, some minor tears at margins. Folio size. An extremely rare title in today's market, particularly from during the Revolutionary War with so much war-related content.</div>

THE PROVIDENCE GAZETTE & COUNTRY JOURNAL, Rhode Island, May 19, 1781 * John Hancock * Rare Revolutionary War original... Rhode Island Much of the front page of this rare issue is taken up with editorial reporting concerning the Revolutionary War (see photos), with mention of John Hancock and others. This text carries over to page 4 as well. A page 2 item begins: "...we are informed that the garrison at Ninety-Six, which consisted of 90 regulars & about 300 tories, had surrendered to General Sumpter...General Greene was on his march against that place which it was expected would shortly fall into his hands Much of page 2 is taken up with various war reports, simply too much to mention here--but see the photos. A few items include: "...ships under Greaves got up to Alexandria...but did not attack the battery..." "Five of the enemy's ships have run up Potowmack & anchored opposite Hoe's Ferry..." "Latest accounts from North Carolina mention that Lord Cornwallis & his army had reached Wilmington on Cape Fear River...that General Greene & his forces were on their way toward Camden..." "When the people of Charlestown heard of General Greene's repulse of by Cornwallis they illuminated the city..." and much more. Page 3 has war items also with content including: "...the British fleet had all arrived there from Chesapeake & sailed last Wed....supposed for South Carolina, with all the British troops & light horse; that there were none but Hessians left at New York..." & more. Page 3 also has a lengthy list of men who: "Deserted from Col. Greene's Regiment..." with details of each (see photos). Complete in 4 pages, various brown staining but causing no loss of readability, some minor tears at margins. Folio size. An extremely rare title in today's market, particularly from during the Revolutionary War with so much war-related content.

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4.g.2006

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1781-05-01

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE dated May, 1781 from London, from this significant year of the Revolutionary War. Content includes: "Debates in Parliament" includes talk on America. Another report mentions in part: "...parties from Mr. Washington's army under the Marquis de Fayette were to proceed down the Elk by the way of Maryland, whilst a large body of Virginians militia under Mr. Nelson were to attack Gen. Arnold...the Admiral has had a conference with Gen. Arnold and finds that the plan of the rebel campaign is entirely disconcerted..." with much content on the naval battle, with a list of killed & wounded with much content on the naval battle, with a list of killed & wounded & the ships involved. This issue includes a letter signed: H. Clinton, and yet another very nice letter on the battle of Guilford Court House in N. Carolina signed: Cornwallis. Historic reading. The issue measures about 5 by 8 inches and is in very nice condition.

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE dated May, 1781 from London, from this significant year of the Revolutionary War. Content includes: "Debates in Parliament" includes talk on America. Another report mentions in part: "...parties from Mr. Washington's army under the Marquis de Fayette were to proceed down the Elk by the way of Maryland, whilst a large body of Virginians militia under Mr. Nelson were to attack Gen. Arnold...the Admiral has had a conference with Gen. Arnold and finds that the plan of the rebel campaign is entirely disconcerted..." with much content on the naval battle, with a list of killed & wounded with much content on the naval battle, with a list of killed & wounded & the ships involved. This issue includes a letter signed: H. Clinton, and yet another very nice letter on the battle of Guilford Court House in N. Carolina signed: Cornwallis. Historic reading. The issue measures about 5 by 8 inches and is in very nice condition.

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1781-04-01

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE dated April, 1781 from London, from this significant year of the Revolutionary War. Several war reports, including details of the Battle of Cowpens, South Carolina where Gen. Morgan defeated British Col. Tarleton. Also talk of Cornwallis's movements thru the Carolinas and military events near Wilmington. Historic reading. The issue measures about 5 by 8 1/4 inches and is in very nice condition although a bit close-trimmed at the right margin of 4 leaves only, none affecting any mentioned text. A nice, genuine 1781 magazine from during the Revolutionary War!

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1781-04-01

THE TOWN & COUNTRY MAGAZINE, London, April, 1781  Near the back is "Domestic Intelligence" which includes various reports on the Revolutionary War (see photos) including in part: "...the junction that has been affected between major-general Philips, with about 2000 troops...and general Arnold at Portsmouth, afford us the most pleasing prospect of success by land..." and more. Another page has some reports of naval action near Virginia (see for portions) and further on is a report from Cornwallis (see) plus talk of Tarleton's actions. including: "...That col. Tarleton then assembled 50 of his cavalry, charged & repulsed col. Washington's horse...& cut to pieces the detachment of the enemy...& retired unmolested to Hamilton's Ford...". More on military action in the South as well (see). Among other articles are "Securing  Buildings Against Fire" "History of the Bird of Paradise" "Courage of the Arabian Women". Complete in 56 pages with full title/index page, measures 5 by 8 1/2 inches, contains no plates or maps, generally nice condition. A rather scarce title.

THE TOWN & COUNTRY MAGAZINE, London, April, 1781 Near the back is "Domestic Intelligence" which includes various reports on the Revolutionary War (see photos) including in part: "...the junction that has been affected between major-general Philips, with about 2000 troops...and general Arnold at Portsmouth, afford us the most pleasing prospect of success by land..." and more. Another page has some reports of naval action near Virginia (see for portions) and further on is a report from Cornwallis (see) plus talk of Tarleton's actions. including: "...That col. Tarleton then assembled 50 of his cavalry, charged & repulsed col. Washington's horse...& cut to pieces the detachment of the enemy...& retired unmolested to Hamilton's Ford...". More on military action in the South as well (see). Among other articles are "Securing Buildings Against Fire" "History of the Bird of Paradise" "Courage of the Arabian Women". Complete in 56 pages with full title/index page, measures 5 by 8 1/2 inches, contains no plates or maps, generally nice condition. A rather scarce title.

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9.2.2009

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1781-03-01

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, March,1781  Under the heading: "American News" is a report concerning General Arnold's work around Virginia, mentioning his march into Richmond, and his other work in the area and ending with: "...army arrived at Portsmouth just time enough to prevent that town from being burnt by the Rebels; which they had determined to do to prevent the army fom making a lodgement there.", p141 - also:  says they proceeded up the James River, had an engagement near Hoods Fort, and later at Westham, they burned and destroyed the ...finest foundry in all America... And at Richmond  ...Gen. Arnold found vast stores of all sorts; and what was public property he destroyed... There is also a brief report mentioning that  The American John Adams, Esq. opened a loan for a million florins at Amsterdam, for the use of the united states of America... ". Measures about 5 1/2 by 8 inches with approx. 40 pages.

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, March,1781 Under the heading: "American News" is a report concerning General Arnold's work around Virginia, mentioning his march into Richmond, and his other work in the area and ending with: "...army arrived at Portsmouth just time enough to prevent that town from being burnt by the Rebels; which they had determined to do to prevent the army fom making a lodgement there.", p141 - also: says they proceeded up the James River, had an engagement near Hoods Fort, and later at Westham, they burned and destroyed the ...finest foundry in all America... And at Richmond ...Gen. Arnold found vast stores of all sorts; and what was public property he destroyed... There is also a brief report mentioning that The American John Adams, Esq. opened a loan for a million florins at Amsterdam, for the use of the united states of America... ". Measures about 5 1/2 by 8 inches with approx. 40 pages.

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1781-02-01

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, Feb., 1781  Inside in the "Historical Chronicle" section is report mentioning the famous Green Mountain Boys as well as Ethan Allen, the leader of this regiment (shown in the photo). The report reads in part: "Letters...from America import, that Ethan Allen, formerly a rebel colonel...has marched off with six hundred of the Green-mountain boys, as they style themselves, and joined Major Carlton at Ticonderoga..."  Reports mentioning Ethan Allen are not that uncommon but it is rare to find references to the Green Mountain Boys. Nice to have both in the same report. Other Revolutionary War reports in this issue as well including portions reading: "...confirmation of the revolt of the Pennsylvania line from General Washington's army with his Excellency Gen. Clinton's proposals to them..." and "The corps ordered to be in readiness passed over to Staten Island the 5th where they were cantoned in readiness to move..." and "...revolted troops still remained at Trenton & were entrenching themselves there...The number of the Pennsylvania troops is said to be about 1300; and the grievances they complain of are that they had not received either pay, clothing or provisions." with more. Also: "...an account of the defeat of the rebel Gen. Sumpter who, having passed the Broad River & joined Branan, Clarke, etc. had increased his corps to one thousand men...Lt. Col. Tarleton would have surprized him on the south of Ennorce had not a deserter gfiven notice of his march..." and much more Measures about 5 by 8 1/2 inches, 44 pgs., full title/index page with an engraving of St. John's Gate in the masthead.

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, Feb., 1781 Inside in the "Historical Chronicle" section is report mentioning the famous Green Mountain Boys as well as Ethan Allen, the leader of this regiment (shown in the photo). The report reads in part: "Letters...from America import, that Ethan Allen, formerly a rebel colonel...has marched off with six hundred of the Green-mountain boys, as they style themselves, and joined Major Carlton at Ticonderoga..." Reports mentioning Ethan Allen are not that uncommon but it is rare to find references to the Green Mountain Boys. Nice to have both in the same report. Other Revolutionary War reports in this issue as well including portions reading: "...confirmation of the revolt of the Pennsylvania line from General Washington's army with his Excellency Gen. Clinton's proposals to them..." and "The corps ordered to be in readiness passed over to Staten Island the 5th where they were cantoned in readiness to move..." and "...revolted troops still remained at Trenton & were entrenching themselves there...The number of the Pennsylvania troops is said to be about 1300; and the grievances they complain of are that they had not received either pay, clothing or provisions." with more. Also: "...an account of the defeat of the rebel Gen. Sumpter who, having passed the Broad River & joined Branan, Clarke, etc. had increased his corps to one thousand men...Lt. Col. Tarleton would have surprized him on the south of Ennorce had not a deserter gfiven notice of his march..." and much more Measures about 5 by 8 1/2 inches, 44 pgs., full title/index page with an engraving of St. John's Gate in the masthead.

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1781-02-01

<div>GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1781   * Ethan Allen and the Green Mountain Boys * Revolutionary War from the enemy In the "Historical Chronicle" section is report mentioning the famous Green Mountain Boys as well as Ethan Allen, the leader of this regiment (shown in the photo). The report reads in part:  * Letters...from America import, that Ethan Allen, formerly a rebel colonel...has marched off with six hundred of the Green-mountain boys, as they style themselves, and joined Major Carlton at Ticonderoga...   Reports mentioning Ethan Allen are not that uncommon but it is rare to find references to the Green Mountain Boys. Nice to have both in the same report.  Other Revolutionary War reports in this issue as well including portions reading: "...confirmation of the revolt of the Pennsylvania line from General Washington's army with his Excellency Gen. Clinton's proposals to them..." and "The corps ordered to be in readiness passed over to Staten Island the 5th where they were cantoned in readiness to move..." and "...revolted troops still remained at Trenton & were entrenching themselves there...The number of the Pennsylvania troops is said to be about 1300; and the grievances they complain of are that they had not received either pay, clothing or provisions." with more. Also: "...an account of the defeat of the rebel Gen. Sumpter who, having passed the Broad River & joined Branan, Clarke, etc. had increased his corps to one thousand men...Lt. Col. Tarleton would have surprized him on the south of Ennorce had not a deserter gfiven notice of his march..." and much more (see photos). Measures about 5 by 8 1/2 inches, 44 pgs., full title/index page with an engraving of St. John's Gate in the masthead. Four interior leaves are close-trimmed at the right margin causing loss to some letters but not affecting leaves with the noted content. This issue still has both of the full page engraved plates called for in the index, one of which is close-trimmed at the right edge.</div>

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1781 * Ethan Allen and the Green Mountain Boys * Revolutionary War from the enemy In the "Historical Chronicle" section is report mentioning the famous Green Mountain Boys as well as Ethan Allen, the leader of this regiment (shown in the photo). The report reads in part: * Letters...from America import, that Ethan Allen, formerly a rebel colonel...has marched off with six hundred of the Green-mountain boys, as they style themselves, and joined Major Carlton at Ticonderoga... Reports mentioning Ethan Allen are not that uncommon but it is rare to find references to the Green Mountain Boys. Nice to have both in the same report. Other Revolutionary War reports in this issue as well including portions reading: "...confirmation of the revolt of the Pennsylvania line from General Washington's army with his Excellency Gen. Clinton's proposals to them..." and "The corps ordered to be in readiness passed over to Staten Island the 5th where they were cantoned in readiness to move..." and "...revolted troops still remained at Trenton & were entrenching themselves there...The number of the Pennsylvania troops is said to be about 1300; and the grievances they complain of are that they had not received either pay, clothing or provisions." with more. Also: "...an account of the defeat of the rebel Gen. Sumpter who, having passed the Broad River & joined Branan, Clarke, etc. had increased his corps to one thousand men...Lt. Col. Tarleton would have surprized him on the south of Ennorce had not a deserter gfiven notice of his march..." and much more (see photos). Measures about 5 by 8 1/2 inches, 44 pgs., full title/index page with an engraving of St. John's Gate in the masthead. Four interior leaves are close-trimmed at the right margin causing loss to some letters but not affecting leaves with the noted content. This issue still has both of the full page engraved plates called for in the index, one of which is close-trimmed at the right edge.

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1781-02-01

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1781 * Rare mention of Ethan Allen & the Green Mountain Boys * Revolutionary War original from the enemy Inside in the "Historical Chronicle" section is report mentioning the famous Green Mountain Boys as well as Ethan Allen, the leader of this famous regiment . The report reads in part: * Letters...from America import, that Ethan Allen, formerly a rebel colonel, who resided at Bennington, has marched off with six hundred of the Green-mountain Boys, as they style themselves, and joined Major Carlton at Ticonderoga; and it is thought other townships will follow their example Also a report about the defeat of Col. Ferguson at King's Mountain by a "very superior force" of the enemy. Reports mentioning Ethan Allen are not that uncommon but it is rare to find references to the Green Mountain Boys. Nice to have both in the same report! Octavo-size, 40+ pgs., full title/index page with an engraving of St. John's Gate in the masthead.

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1781 * Rare mention of Ethan Allen & the Green Mountain Boys * Revolutionary War original from the enemy Inside in the "Historical Chronicle" section is report mentioning the famous Green Mountain Boys as well as Ethan Allen, the leader of this famous regiment . The report reads in part: * Letters...from America import, that Ethan Allen, formerly a rebel colonel, who resided at Bennington, has marched off with six hundred of the Green-mountain Boys, as they style themselves, and joined Major Carlton at Ticonderoga; and it is thought other townships will follow their example Also a report about the defeat of Col. Ferguson at King's Mountain by a "very superior force" of the enemy. Reports mentioning Ethan Allen are not that uncommon but it is rare to find references to the Green Mountain Boys. Nice to have both in the same report! Octavo-size, 40+ pgs., full title/index page with an engraving of St. John's Gate in the masthead.

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2.53.2008

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1781-01-16

<div>THE NORWICH PACKET & WEEKLY ADVERTISER, Connecticut, Jan. 16, 1781 * Battle of  Camden South Carolina</div> <div> Over a full column on the ftpg. is taken up with an account of the battle of Camden, South Carolina, in which the American forces of Gen. Horatio Gates are overwhelmingly defeated by General Cornwallis. The remainder of the ftpg. is taken up with other Revolutionary War-related reports (see photos). Page 2 has much on the war, too much to detail here so see the many photos. Some war-related text on pg. 3 as well including: "...the Penna. line, who for a long time have suffered with all their brother soldiers, on account of the depreciation of the currency...actually did form themselves into a body & agreed to a man that they would serve their country no longer...". Complete in 4 pages, margins were never trimmed. Light staining at the top of the ftpg. and some ink smudging in the masthead engraving do deter a bit, otherwise quite nice. A very rare title!</div>

THE NORWICH PACKET & WEEKLY ADVERTISER, Connecticut, Jan. 16, 1781 * Battle of Camden South Carolina Over a full column on the ftpg. is taken up with an account of the battle of Camden, South Carolina, in which the American forces of Gen. Horatio Gates are overwhelmingly defeated by General Cornwallis. The remainder of the ftpg. is taken up with other Revolutionary War-related reports (see photos). Page 2 has much on the war, too much to detail here so see the many photos. Some war-related text on pg. 3 as well including: "...the Penna. line, who for a long time have suffered with all their brother soldiers, on account of the depreciation of the currency...actually did form themselves into a body & agreed to a man that they would serve their country no longer...". Complete in 4 pages, margins were never trimmed. Light staining at the top of the ftpg. and some ink smudging in the masthead engraving do deter a bit, otherwise quite nice. A very rare title!

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1781-01-06

THE PENNSYLVANIA PACKET, Philadelphia, January 6, 1781 * Considerable Revolutionary War content * A call for more soldiers Beginning on pg. 2 & concluding on pg. 3 is over a full column letter from a man in Baltimore to his friend in Virginia which talks about the Revolutionary War being in a very critical stage. The letter begins: "The present period is critical & may involve the southern states in the most imminent danger; their situation requires the most spirited exertions to counteract the designs of a barbarous, cruel enemy. The frequent bounties paid to the recruits is not only imposing an unnecessary tax on the people, but, in its consequences, ruinous to the continental army: For just as such soldiers begin to learn the common duties of a military life their time of service expires & they return, disgusted, to their former state as citizens.." and further on is: "...The independence of the United States is as fixed as fate: Yet,if we neglect to support it with dignity, or to aim at national glory...the blessings will corrupt at our touch & like an affectionate love, worn out by injuries, grow into a hated monster..." with much more (see photos). The letter also notes that Kentucky has become a haven for deserters. He thinks the Maryland Assembly will vote to raise several thousand more troops for the war effort. Another pg. 3 letter, from Charlotte, North Carolina, has some nice text on the depredations against the Americans  with mention of General Tarleton among others (see photos). The entire back page is taken up with ads. Complete in 4 pages, never-trimmed margins, ornate lettering in the masthead, a minor, archivally repaired tear at the right margin, generally in very nice, clean condition.

THE PENNSYLVANIA PACKET, Philadelphia, January 6, 1781 * Considerable Revolutionary War content * A call for more soldiers Beginning on pg. 2 & concluding on pg. 3 is over a full column letter from a man in Baltimore to his friend in Virginia which talks about the Revolutionary War being in a very critical stage. The letter begins: "The present period is critical & may involve the southern states in the most imminent danger; their situation requires the most spirited exertions to counteract the designs of a barbarous, cruel enemy. The frequent bounties paid to the recruits is not only imposing an unnecessary tax on the people, but, in its consequences, ruinous to the continental army: For just as such soldiers begin to learn the common duties of a military life their time of service expires & they return, disgusted, to their former state as citizens.." and further on is: "...The independence of the United States is as fixed as fate: Yet,if we neglect to support it with dignity, or to aim at national glory...the blessings will corrupt at our touch & like an affectionate love, worn out by injuries, grow into a hated monster..." with much more (see photos). The letter also notes that Kentucky has become a haven for deserters. He thinks the Maryland Assembly will vote to raise several thousand more troops for the war effort. Another pg. 3 letter, from Charlotte, North Carolina, has some nice text on the depredations against the Americans with mention of General Tarleton among others (see photos). The entire back page is taken up with ads. Complete in 4 pages, never-trimmed margins, ornate lettering in the masthead, a minor, archivally repaired tear at the right margin, generally in very nice, clean condition.

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1781-01-01

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1781 Under a "Diary of Memorable Occurrences in 1780" is mention of American posts at Newark & Elizabeth-town being surprised & made prisoners. Mention of Clinton issuing a Proclamation in America offering pardon to all those who should return to their allegiance. Mention of Ft. Moultrie, South Carolina, surrendering to Capt. Hudson, and American forces being routed by Cornwallis at Charleston, South Carolina, plus much, much more regarding the Revolutionary War. Another report has a brief item regarding the garrisons at Fort Anne & Fort George surrendering prisoners to Maj. Carleton. Another report concerning "...rebels having attacked the town of Augusta in Georgia, with some success at first, was in the end defeated...in Carolina & Georgia there have been skirmishes with various success...advices from Albany say that the famous Ethan Allen, with 600 effective men, have joined the king's garrison at Ticonderoga." Some light damp staining throughout and minor edge wear, generally good.

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1781 Under a "Diary of Memorable Occurrences in 1780" is mention of American posts at Newark & Elizabeth-town being surprised & made prisoners. Mention of Clinton issuing a Proclamation in America offering pardon to all those who should return to their allegiance. Mention of Ft. Moultrie, South Carolina, surrendering to Capt. Hudson, and American forces being routed by Cornwallis at Charleston, South Carolina, plus much, much more regarding the Revolutionary War. Another report has a brief item regarding the garrisons at Fort Anne & Fort George surrendering prisoners to Maj. Carleton. Another report concerning "...rebels having attacked the town of Augusta in Georgia, with some success at first, was in the end defeated...in Carolina & Georgia there have been skirmishes with various success...advices from Albany say that the famous Ethan Allen, with 600 effective men, have joined the king's garrison at Ticonderoga." Some light damp staining throughout and minor edge wear, generally good.

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1781-01-01

Fascinating document for providing pay to soldiers through the Deputy Quarter Master of the Military for the "State Of Connecticut". This document contains a signature, is dated 1781 and is approx. 4 by 6 inches in size. Minimal wear but generally very nice condition. A terrific item for display and dated during this very significant year in the war when Cornwallis surrendered.

Fascinating document for providing pay to soldiers through the Deputy Quarter Master of the Military for the "State Of Connecticut". This document contains a signature, is dated 1781 and is approx. 4 by 6 inches in size. Minimal wear but generally very nice condition. A terrific item for display and dated during this very significant year in the war when Cornwallis surrendered.

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5.25.2009

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1780-12-14

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Dec. 14, 1780  A short pg. 2 item notes: "...brings advices down as low as the 20th of Oct but they contain nothing more than a confirmation of the high spirits of the British troops in Carolina, & the declining state of the rebel force." Further on is a mention that: "Paul Jones's ship that sailed from hence with a convoy of 15 sail for America...is now ready for sea..." with more (see). Another page has "American News" taken from the South Carolina Gazette which takes over half a page in describing in some detail a battle (see photos), followed by some nice content concerning the treaty between France & America including a document signed in type by: Ben Franklin, Arthur Lee, and John Adams. (see). The bkpg. has some nice reporting on the Revolutionary War in the South, including: "...advices from South Carolina & Georgia confirming the report of an action having happened with a large party of the rebels...in which the Royalists gained a complete victory..." with more (see). Eight pgs., 8 1/2 by 11 inches, very nice condition.

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Dec. 14, 1780 A short pg. 2 item notes: "...brings advices down as low as the 20th of Oct but they contain nothing more than a confirmation of the high spirits of the British troops in Carolina, & the declining state of the rebel force." Further on is a mention that: "Paul Jones's ship that sailed from hence with a convoy of 15 sail for America...is now ready for sea..." with more (see). Another page has "American News" taken from the South Carolina Gazette which takes over half a page in describing in some detail a battle (see photos), followed by some nice content concerning the treaty between France & America including a document signed in type by: Ben Franklin, Arthur Lee, and John Adams. (see). The bkpg. has some nice reporting on the Revolutionary War in the South, including: "...advices from South Carolina & Georgia confirming the report of an action having happened with a large party of the rebels...in which the Royalists gained a complete victory..." with more (see). Eight pgs., 8 1/2 by 11 inches, very nice condition.

553790

2.25.2009

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1780-11-20

THE PENNSYLVANIA PACKET, from Philadelphia Pennsylvania, dated November 20, 1781  * Much on the Revolutionary War, from the closing months Close to half of the front page is taken up with a poem which is focused on the Revolutionary War (see). The last few stanzas are compromised by the loss of the lower corner, causing text loss (see). Page 2 contains a letter signed in type by the famed Tory newspaper publisher J. Rivington. Page 3 has some great reporting in on the Revolutionary War, including one item which includes: * ...The prospect of America is truly glorious. She rises triumphant in one of the most honourable & important contests that ever any people were engaged in... with more (see). Another item includes: "...that the notorious traitor Arnold was lately taken prisoner on Long Island by a part of our men...". Other items are datelined Fishkill, Chatham, Trenton, Baltimore, Philadelphia, and an article headed: "Anecdote of Lord Cornwallis". The back page is filled with ads. Complete in 4 pages, never-trimmed margins, the loss to the lower corner of the front leaf as noted above, great condition.

THE PENNSYLVANIA PACKET, from Philadelphia Pennsylvania, dated November 20, 1781 * Much on the Revolutionary War, from the closing months Close to half of the front page is taken up with a poem which is focused on the Revolutionary War (see). The last few stanzas are compromised by the loss of the lower corner, causing text loss (see). Page 2 contains a letter signed in type by the famed Tory newspaper publisher J. Rivington. Page 3 has some great reporting in on the Revolutionary War, including one item which includes: * ...The prospect of America is truly glorious. She rises triumphant in one of the most honourable & important contests that ever any people were engaged in... with more (see). Another item includes: "...that the notorious traitor Arnold was lately taken prisoner on Long Island by a part of our men...". Other items are datelined Fishkill, Chatham, Trenton, Baltimore, Philadelphia, and an article headed: "Anecdote of Lord Cornwallis". The back page is filled with ads. Complete in 4 pages, never-trimmed margins, the loss to the lower corner of the front leaf as noted above, great condition.

541692

8.84.2008

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1780-10-21

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, London, England, October 21, 1780 * Original Revolutionary War item from the enemy * General George Washington * Canajoharie, New York An inside page has a full column article based on a item sent from the King of Prussia to General George Washington, the full text of which can be seen in the photos below. Note also the "P.S." which mentions: " * When any body tells you that the army of Washington was inferior you will please to recollect that he had only to call for reinforcements & was sure to have them speedily; that he had always an army numerous enough to defend grounds as difficult to be attacked as some fortresses...He would have been no General at all if he had not made use of these advantages Another pg. has reports from the Pennsylvania Gazette with updates on the Revolutionary War (see photos), including: * Our accounts of the damage done by the motley allies of Great Britain up the Mohawk River are very imperfect...they have burnt the principal part of Canojohary, a fine settlement about 56 miles from Albany...General Washington's army...have occupied an entire new encampment a few miles west of Dobb's Ferry...We are informed that the British army are encamped at White Stone on Long Island...in consequence of an expected visit from the combined armies of France & the United States... with much more (see photos). The back page has a: "Letter from New York, Aug. 29" with some war news as can be seen in the photos. Eight pages, 9 by 12 inches in very nice condition.

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, London, England, October 21, 1780 * Original Revolutionary War item from the enemy * General George Washington * Canajoharie, New York An inside page has a full column article based on a item sent from the King of Prussia to General George Washington, the full text of which can be seen in the photos below. Note also the "P.S." which mentions: " * When any body tells you that the army of Washington was inferior you will please to recollect that he had only to call for reinforcements & was sure to have them speedily; that he had always an army numerous enough to defend grounds as difficult to be attacked as some fortresses...He would have been no General at all if he had not made use of these advantages Another pg. has reports from the Pennsylvania Gazette with updates on the Revolutionary War (see photos), including: * Our accounts of the damage done by the motley allies of Great Britain up the Mohawk River are very imperfect...they have burnt the principal part of Canojohary, a fine settlement about 56 miles from Albany...General Washington's army...have occupied an entire new encampment a few miles west of Dobb's Ferry...We are informed that the British army are encamped at White Stone on Long Island...in consequence of an expected visit from the combined armies of France & the United States... with much more (see photos). The back page has a: "Letter from New York, Aug. 29" with some war news as can be seen in the photos. Eight pages, 9 by 12 inches in very nice condition.

553294

12.24.2008

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1780-10-07

THE PENNSYLVANIA PACKET, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, October 7, 1780 * Camden South Carolina SC * Great masthead engraving The front page has an Act from the "Assembly of Virginia" concerning the taking: * ...away the property of the Indiana proprietors & to vest it in the commonwealth of Virginia" with another related Act as well (see photo for portions). Page 2 contains a "...letter found in a Major Rugely's house, 13 miles from Camden, South Carolina, the Major having departed on the approach of our troops in such haste as not to have time to secure his papers..." which provides some fascinating reading concerning the war in the South (see photos). Page 2 also has a letter from Pittsburgh beginning: "Since my last the savages have killed & scalped ten men, about 60 miles up the Monongohela..." with more (see). Page 3 is entirely taken up with ads, and the back page has the continued reporting of the testimony of Doctor Morgan (see photos for portions). Complete in 4 pgs., very handsome masthead with ornate lettering and a nice engraving of a sailing ship. Untrimmed margins and in very nice, clean condition.

THE PENNSYLVANIA PACKET, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, October 7, 1780 * Camden South Carolina SC * Great masthead engraving The front page has an Act from the "Assembly of Virginia" concerning the taking: * ...away the property of the Indiana proprietors & to vest it in the commonwealth of Virginia" with another related Act as well (see photo for portions). Page 2 contains a "...letter found in a Major Rugely's house, 13 miles from Camden, South Carolina, the Major having departed on the approach of our troops in such haste as not to have time to secure his papers..." which provides some fascinating reading concerning the war in the South (see photos). Page 2 also has a letter from Pittsburgh beginning: "Since my last the savages have killed & scalped ten men, about 60 miles up the Monongohela..." with more (see). Page 3 is entirely taken up with ads, and the back page has the continued reporting of the testimony of Doctor Morgan (see photos for portions). Complete in 4 pgs., very handsome masthead with ornate lettering and a nice engraving of a sailing ship. Untrimmed margins and in very nice, clean condition.

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2.76.2008

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1780-10-07

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Oct. 7, 1780  Pg. 2 has a note which mentions: "...have brought information that the seccours brought to America...have been received by the people of that country with the greatest demonstration of joy; that 3000 of their best troops immediately joined his Most Christian Majesty's forces & that General Washington was expected with a much larger body of troops in order to attempt an expedition of the greatest importance as soon as all these forces shall have joined." (see) Another page has "American News" taken from a Boston newspaper (see) and nearly a full page on: "Some Particulars of the Life of Mr. Henry Laurens, late President of the American Congress & now a Prisoner in England." (see for portions) and the back page has more of the details concerning this, headed: "Particulars Relative to the Arrival & Treatment at the Admiralty of Mr. Henry Laurens, late President of the American Congress." (see). Eight pgs., 8 1/2 by 11 inches, one hole to the front leaf does not affect any mentioned content, otherwise very nice.

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Oct. 7, 1780 Pg. 2 has a note which mentions: "...have brought information that the seccours brought to America...have been received by the people of that country with the greatest demonstration of joy; that 3000 of their best troops immediately joined his Most Christian Majesty's forces & that General Washington was expected with a much larger body of troops in order to attempt an expedition of the greatest importance as soon as all these forces shall have joined." (see) Another page has "American News" taken from a Boston newspaper (see) and nearly a full page on: "Some Particulars of the Life of Mr. Henry Laurens, late President of the American Congress & now a Prisoner in England." (see for portions) and the back page has more of the details concerning this, headed: "Particulars Relative to the Arrival & Treatment at the Admiralty of Mr. Henry Laurens, late President of the American Congress." (see). Eight pgs., 8 1/2 by 11 inches, one hole to the front leaf does not affect any mentioned content, otherwise very nice.

553786

2.25.2009

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1780-10-07

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Oct. 7, 1780  Pg. 2 has a note which mentions: "...have brought information that the seccours brought to America...have been received by the people of that country with the greatest demonstration of joy; that 3000 of their best troops immediately joined his Most Christian Majesty's forces & that General Washington was expected with a much larger body of troops in order to attempt an expedition of the greatest importance as soon as all these forces shall have joined." (see) Another page has "American News" taken from a Boston newspaper (see) and nearly a full page on: "Some Particulars of the Life of Mr. Henry Laurens, late President of the American Congress & now a Prisoner in England." (see for portions) and the back page has more of the details concerning this, headed: "Particulars Relative to the Arrival & Treatment at the Admiralty of Mr. Henry Laurens, late President of the American Congress." (see). Eight pgs., 8 1/2 by 11 inches, some rubbing to the ftpg. causes a wear hole not affecting any mentioned content, otherwise nice.

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Oct. 7, 1780 Pg. 2 has a note which mentions: "...have brought information that the seccours brought to America...have been received by the people of that country with the greatest demonstration of joy; that 3000 of their best troops immediately joined his Most Christian Majesty's forces & that General Washington was expected with a much larger body of troops in order to attempt an expedition of the greatest importance as soon as all these forces shall have joined." (see) Another page has "American News" taken from a Boston newspaper (see) and nearly a full page on: "Some Particulars of the Life of Mr. Henry Laurens, late President of the American Congress & now a Prisoner in England." (see for portions) and the back page has more of the details concerning this, headed: "Particulars Relative to the Arrival & Treatment at the Admiralty of Mr. Henry Laurens, late President of the American Congress." (see). Eight pgs., 8 1/2 by 11 inches, some rubbing to the ftpg. causes a wear hole not affecting any mentioned content, otherwise nice.

553788

2.25.2009

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1780-10-01

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, October, 1780  * Battle of Camden South Carolina...    * Lord Cornwallis...  Revolutionary War original from the enemy...  Inside has a lengthy letter from Lord Cornwallis to Lord Germain about the battle of Camden, S.C., which begins: "It is with great pleasure that I communicate to your lordship an account of the...victory obtained on the 16th inst. by his Majesty's troops under my command over the rebels of the southern army, commanded by General Gates" Takes two pages, signed in type: Cornwallis. There is much war content in the "American Affairs" section, with one report mentioning: "On the 21st of July this little handful of men were attacked by a body of...2000 rebels, with 7 pieces of cannon under the command of the Gens. Wayne, Irving and Proctor, whom they repulsed with great loss...". Archival mend to a small tear at the bottom of the second leaf of this content. Octavo-size, 40+ pages, full title/index page with an engraving of St. John's Gate in the masthead.

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, October, 1780 * Battle of Camden South Carolina... * Lord Cornwallis... Revolutionary War original from the enemy... Inside has a lengthy letter from Lord Cornwallis to Lord Germain about the battle of Camden, S.C., which begins: "It is with great pleasure that I communicate to your lordship an account of the...victory obtained on the 16th inst. by his Majesty's troops under my command over the rebels of the southern army, commanded by General Gates" Takes two pages, signed in type: Cornwallis. There is much war content in the "American Affairs" section, with one report mentioning: "On the 21st of July this little handful of men were attacked by a body of...2000 rebels, with 7 pieces of cannon under the command of the Gens. Wayne, Irving and Proctor, whom they repulsed with great loss...". Archival mend to a small tear at the bottom of the second leaf of this content. Octavo-size, 40+ pages, full title/index page with an engraving of St. John's Gate in the masthead.

545020

2.53.2008

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1780-09-23

<div>THE PROVIDENCE GAZETTE & COUNTRY JOURNAL, Rhode Island, Sept. 23, 1780  Most of the front page is taken up with "The Scourge" letter #8, in which the writer expounds upon the virtues of freedom--moreso within England than as it relates to America, noting: "We, the freeholders, burgesses & electors of Great Britain...finding our freedom invaded, our liberties infringed...declare & solemnly engage that we will, by all lawful means, endeavour to procure and convene a FREE and INDEPENDENT Parliament..."  But one portion notes: "...I will use my utmost endeavours to investigate the causes and consequences of the unnatural war with America; and by every means in my power...endeavour to bring about a reconcilliation..." with more. Pg. 2 has a bit about a proposal for Congress to procure the ship "Confederacy" (see photo). Over a full column of reports from Congress. Also a report mentioning General Clinton's taking of Charlestown, and a report from Fishkill reports on the events at Fort Lee and Paulus Hook with battle comments, including: "...all this day the infantry were employed...the enemy fired a number of shot upon those on Bergen-Neck from Staten Island..." with further battle & military reports taking over a full column, shown more fully in the photos below. The back page has a nice & detailed account of the naval battle involving the ship "Iris" and the "Hermoine".  Never bound nor trimmed, various water staining but not affecting any readability. A rounded lower corner does not come close to any text and the piece from the spine margin barely touches 2 letters on pg. 3, otherwise causing no text loss.  An uncommon title from this increasingly rare period of American history.</div>

THE PROVIDENCE GAZETTE & COUNTRY JOURNAL, Rhode Island, Sept. 23, 1780 Most of the front page is taken up with "The Scourge" letter #8, in which the writer expounds upon the virtues of freedom--moreso within England than as it relates to America, noting: "We, the freeholders, burgesses & electors of Great Britain...finding our freedom invaded, our liberties infringed...declare & solemnly engage that we will, by all lawful means, endeavour to procure and convene a FREE and INDEPENDENT Parliament..." But one portion notes: "...I will use my utmost endeavours to investigate the causes and consequences of the unnatural war with America; and by every means in my power...endeavour to bring about a reconcilliation..." with more. Pg. 2 has a bit about a proposal for Congress to procure the ship "Confederacy" (see photo). Over a full column of reports from Congress. Also a report mentioning General Clinton's taking of Charlestown, and a report from Fishkill reports on the events at Fort Lee and Paulus Hook with battle comments, including: "...all this day the infantry were employed...the enemy fired a number of shot upon those on Bergen-Neck from Staten Island..." with further battle & military reports taking over a full column, shown more fully in the photos below. The back page has a nice & detailed account of the naval battle involving the ship "Iris" and the "Hermoine". Never bound nor trimmed, various water staining but not affecting any readability. A rounded lower corner does not come close to any text and the piece from the spine margin barely touches 2 letters on pg. 3, otherwise causing no text loss. An uncommon title from this increasingly rare period of American history.

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7.p.2005

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1780-09-14

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, Sept. 14, 1780  Pg. 2 includes a report noting: "...a flag of truce arrived in our road that left Charlestown the 23 of June last & brought back agreeable to the terms of capitulation between General Clinton & Major General Lincoln of the 11th of May last, the French that were in Charlestown [Charleston] at the time of its surrender..." with more, including: "...considerable corps of English cavalry which had made an excursion into the interior part of the province under the command of Lord Cornwallis, had been repulsed & almost totally defeated by a party of American troops & had returned to Charlestown in the greatest haste & confusion." Other items include: "...advices from New York...the inhabitants to a man, able to bear arms as well on Long Island & Staten Island...offered their services to supply the places of the military in guarding the town & forts...numbers of the Loyalists were turned so desperate that they even offered to quit their families & go as volunteers with the royal army..." with more (see). Another small bit notes: "...that Paul Jones is again at sea with five ships of war...Paul Jones had landed on the Isle of Man..." (see). Over half a page is taken up with a terrific letter signed in type: N. Greene, being a fine report on the Battle of Springfield, New Jersey (see). Eight pgs., 8 1/2 by 11 inches, some rubbing to the ftpg only but there is no American content on the ftpg., otherwise in nice condition.

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, Sept. 14, 1780 Pg. 2 includes a report noting: "...a flag of truce arrived in our road that left Charlestown the 23 of June last & brought back agreeable to the terms of capitulation between General Clinton & Major General Lincoln of the 11th of May last, the French that were in Charlestown [Charleston] at the time of its surrender..." with more, including: "...considerable corps of English cavalry which had made an excursion into the interior part of the province under the command of Lord Cornwallis, had been repulsed & almost totally defeated by a party of American troops & had returned to Charlestown in the greatest haste & confusion." Other items include: "...advices from New York...the inhabitants to a man, able to bear arms as well on Long Island & Staten Island...offered their services to supply the places of the military in guarding the town & forts...numbers of the Loyalists were turned so desperate that they even offered to quit their families & go as volunteers with the royal army..." with more (see). Another small bit notes: "...that Paul Jones is again at sea with five ships of war...Paul Jones had landed on the Isle of Man..." (see). Over half a page is taken up with a terrific letter signed in type: N. Greene, being a fine report on the Battle of Springfield, New Jersey (see). Eight pgs., 8 1/2 by 11 inches, some rubbing to the ftpg only but there is no American content on the ftpg., otherwise in nice condition.

553783

2.25.2009

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1780-09-02

PENNSYLVANIA PACKET, OR THE GENERAL ADVERTISER, September 2, 1780 The front page has: "A Short Vindication of the Religious Society Called Quakers, against the aspersions of a nameless writer in the Pennsylvania Packet of the 12th instant", signed in type: John Drinker. Also: "Doctor Morgan's Appeal to the Free Citizens of the United States of America, on the subject of Doctor Shippen juniors impeachment and trial by a Court-Martial". Pg. 3 has a letter from Henry Pendleton to Lord Cornwallis explaining his (Pendleton's) reasons for withdrawing from Charlestown without leave. The letter begins: "As my leaving Charlestown without leave of the Commandant may be represented as a breach of my parole, I take the liberty to state to your Lordship the reasons which urged me to take this step." Much more & signed in type: Henry Pendleton. Pg. 3 also has a notice from Charles Wilson Peale stating that he has completed the menzotint print of General Washington. Back page has a reward notice for a runaway "Mulatto Slave, Named Dick". Nice masthead has ornate lettering and an engraving of a ship. Very good, untrimmed condition.

PENNSYLVANIA PACKET, OR THE GENERAL ADVERTISER, September 2, 1780 The front page has: "A Short Vindication of the Religious Society Called Quakers, against the aspersions of a nameless writer in the Pennsylvania Packet of the 12th instant", signed in type: John Drinker. Also: "Doctor Morgan's Appeal to the Free Citizens of the United States of America, on the subject of Doctor Shippen juniors impeachment and trial by a Court-Martial". Pg. 3 has a letter from Henry Pendleton to Lord Cornwallis explaining his (Pendleton's) reasons for withdrawing from Charlestown without leave. The letter begins: "As my leaving Charlestown without leave of the Commandant may be represented as a breach of my parole, I take the liberty to state to your Lordship the reasons which urged me to take this step." Much more & signed in type: Henry Pendleton. Pg. 3 also has a notice from Charles Wilson Peale stating that he has completed the menzotint print of General Washington. Back page has a reward notice for a runaway "Mulatto Slave, Named Dick". Nice masthead has ornate lettering and an engraving of a ship. Very good, untrimmed condition.

201642

4.94.2005

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