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121028
THE DAILY ADVERTISER, London, 1730 See the photo below for an example of this title from our archives. A "typical" newspaper from this period in time--from before George Washington was born! As the title would suggest, there are many advertisements, some quite fascinating.Also a partial red-inked tax stamp. An archival repair at the spine margin. Note that the photo is "generi... See More
$37.00
121035
THE COUNTRY JOURNAL, OR THE CRAFTSMAN, London, 1734 A nice "typical" newspaper from England from the time when George Washington was just two years old! Various news and many ads, a few of which have small illustrations. Complete in 4 pages & measuring about 10 1/2 by 14 1/2 inches and in nice condition. The photo below is "generic" but the issue you recei... See More
$42.00
* Early Mention of George Washington
A very nice magazine from the late 18th century with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907.
... See More $220.00
* Early George Washington
* Music composer George F. Handel death
* Map of Toulon
Near the back is an inconspicuous yet quite significant report on the death of famed composer George Frederick Handel, reading:
* Geo. Fred. Handel, Esq; a great musician. He was born in Germany in 1685, and had been in England 50 yea... See More $135.00
* Death of Handel (music composer)
* Very early George Washington
* Pre Revolutionary War era
The front page has a "musically significant" report reading: "By the death of Mr. Handel, who died at his house in Brook Street, Grosvenor-Square, on Saturday last (and not before) a considerable pension rever... See More $190.00
Near the back is a printing of a poem titled: "On Recollection" which was written by the famed black poetess Phillis Wheatley. This piece also includes a brief biography of her (see photos below).
Phillis Wheatley was the first published African American poet and the first African-American woman whose writings helped create the genre... See More $375.00
Included in the issue is an article: "An Intercepted letter from Benjamin Harrison to General Washington" which contains much on events of the war and takes nearly two pages. There is also a great & lengthy article titled: &... See More $290.00
* Pre Revolutionary War tensions
* Second Continental Congress
* British try to stop it
Page 3 has a report of a "Circular Letter, sent to the Governors on the Continent of America" which includes: "Certain persons, stiling themselves delegates of his Majesty's colonies in America, having presumed, without his M... See More $72.00
* Ticonderoga
* George Washington
The front page includes a letter signed by G. Washington concerning his testimony on a legal issue involving a person giving testimony to the enemy. Other items concerning this subject on the front page as well.
In fact text on matters of Continental money and public debt take all of ... See More $535.00
* Battle for New York City
* Benedict Arnold and George Washington
* Revolutionary War original reading
Included is a noted that: "This Day were Published" various maps of the American colonies as noted (see). "London" on page 6 reports that: "…on the 8th New York was attacked by our men of war, etc." a... See More $227.00
* George Washington pardons deserters
Almost the entire front page is taken up with various reports which include items on the Revolutionary War, bits including: "Great have been the ravages committed by the British troops in this part of the country...Their footsteps with us are marked with desolation & ruin... See More $345.00
* Providence Rhode Island
* General George Washington
* Revolutionary war original
Page 3 has a report concerning a British ship with: "...met with, engaged, & taken by an American privateer called the Revenge..." with more (see) .
The bkpg. has a report which notes:
* ...The rebels at Providence...made appearance as if... See More $44.00
* Benedict Arnold promoted
* General William Howe
* General George Washington
The front page has some war-related items including a note from Fishkill which includes: "...a number of armed Tories marched in open day through Walkhill & Little Britain on their way to join Howe's army. They were pursued by parties... See More $465.00
* Revolutionary war original from the enemy
* General George Washington
* Benjamin Franklin
The second page has an Extract of a Letter from the Hague that says Gen. Burgoyne arrived at New York from "the Jerseys" and "...published a proclamation, offering a pardon...to all...who are in arms against Great Britain, who will return to the... See More $74.00
* A battle between George Washington & William Howe
* Revolutionary war original from the enemy
An inside page has some items regarding the Revolutionary War in America, bits including: "...two American gentlemen, said to be deputies from the Congress...bought & contracted for immense quantities of linen & woolen cloth, te... See More $60.00
* A battle between George Washington & William Howe
* Revolutionary war original from the enemy
An inside page has some items regarding the Revolutionary War in America, bits including: "...two American gentlemen, said to be deputies from the Congress...bought & contracted for immense quantities of linen & woolen cloth, ten... See More $60.00
* Ticonderoga
* Revolutionary War original
* General George Washington
Inside has various reports, including one that says:
* ...Gen. Howe had appeared in the Delaware...and that Gen. Washington had sent a great part of his army over the Delaware...
There is also a letter from Gen. Washington to Gen. Howe in which he proposes an... See More $133.00
T... See More $90.00
* Rare Tory issue
* Revolutionary War original from America
* General George Washington
* Prisoners
This was a strongly Tory (supportive of the British cause) newspaper which began in 1775 and closed shop in May of 1778 when the British evacuated Philadelphia.
The top of the front page is a terrific n... See More $365.00
* General George Washington to resign ?
* New England men want him removed
* Revolutionary War original from the enemy
The second page has an Extract of a Letter from Whitehaven" that says: "...General Washington has for some time differed in sentiment from the Congress...and that advice has been received of the General's ... See More $66.00
* Revolutionary War original from the enemy
* General George Washington too strong ?
* American Independence ?
Half of page 6 has war related content which includes an extract from a letter to a gentleman in Williamsburgh which mentions that the governor has received correspondence indicating that Spain, Portugal, Prussia, and France ... See More $78.00
* Independence recognized & not recognized
* George Washington is too strong to attack
* Revolutionary War original from the enemy
Half of page 6 has war related content which includes an extract from a letter to a gentleman in Williamsburgh which mentions that the governor has received correspondence indicating that Spain, Portu... See More $82.00
* General George Washington's situation
* Revolutionary War original from the enemy
Page 3 has a brief bit noting; "The exact number of regular troops with General Burgoyne when he first set out on his expedition was 8256, out of which there remained...when he embarked for England 3164, who were all prisoners."
Another page ha... See More $68.00
* General George Washington's situation
* Revolutionary War original reading
Page 3 hs a brief bit noting; "The exact number of regular troops with General Burgoyne when he first set out on his expedition was 8256, out of which there remained...when he embarked for England 3164, who were all prisoners."
Another page has a letter... See More $65.00
* Rare Daniel Boone mention
* George Washington losing his officers
* Revolutionary war original from the enemy
Page 2 of this issue has a very intriguing report headed: "Extract of a Letter from Williamsburgh, Virginia" which contains a very rare mention of Daniel Boone & his involvement in the Revolutio... See More $255.00
* George Washington's Army
The front page has a brief item from Bourdeaux noting: "Nine sail of American merchant-men have entered this port...a matter of wonder to many here how they escape the English cruisers. All we learn by them is that they are sending men from all the Colonies to reinforce Washington's army, which, by th... See More $33.00
* General George Washington description
Inside has nearly a full column article headed: "A Short Sketch of the Life and character of Gen. Washington" and is a very nice article on him, and interesting to find this report in a British newspaper. Portions include: "...General Washington is now in the forty-seventh year of his age; he ... See More $84.00
* 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: "
* Whe... See More $55.00
* John Paul Jones
* Major John Andre
* Benjamin Franklin
Most of the front page is taken up with number two of "Letters from Cicero to Catiline the Second" which has various reverences to America (see for portions). Page 2 has an item containing: "...nothing more than a confirmation of the high spir... See More $67.00
* General George Washington in fear...
* Rare Revolutionary War title from the enemy
* American army in revolt ?
Pg. 2 has an item which notes: "There are reports in town which are generally believed at Lloyds, that General Clinton is coming from New York & that Lord Cornwallis is to succeed him in the command." P... See More $48.00
* General Benedict Arnold
* Destroys Richmond VA
* Revolutionary War loan
The back page has: "A confirmation is received at Lord George Germaine's office of General Arnold's having destroyed the rebels grand depot of stores, provisions, etc. in the country adjacent to Richmond." and a bit further on is a letter from Am... See More $38.00
* General George Washington's Army
* Supplies captured by the British
Page 2 has: "...letter from an officer...dated St. Eustatia...says, 'The taking of this important island will be a fatal stroke to the Americans, as well as the Dutch, great quantity of provisions...we found here being intended for the use of Washingto... See More $35.00
* Revolutionary war original from the enemy
* General Nathaniel Greene
* The Carolinas
Half of the front page is taken up with: "American News" with some nice Revolutionary War reports, including: "...The French & Rebel army now at the White Plains amount to about 7000 men..." and a report from New York include... See More $65.00
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... See More $205.00
* General George Washington
On the front page, set in larger type than normal, is: "His excellency gen. Washington and his lady arrived last Monday at Head Quarters, Newburgh, in good health." One week later Washington would officially make Newburgh the headquarters of the army. Also on the fro... See More $277.00
* General Sir Guy Carleton
* General George Washington
* Thirteen Colonies Independence
Page 3 has a noteworthy letter from Guy Carleton to General Washington concerning his information from England on the process leading to the treaty ending the Revolutionary War. Bits include: "The pacific disposition of the pa... See More $190.00
* Independence of America is settled
* Post Revolutionary War era
* Uncommon title
The center of the front page has an: "Extract of a Letter from New York, Aug. 15" which reads:
* Since the arrival of the last Packet, our Heads are full of Peace, and the Independence of this Country is settled. We wait the arrival of an... See More $75.00
A very nice magazine from the "mother country" at the end of the Revolutionary War with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting un... See More $220.00
One of the earliest Pennsylvania newspapers...
566919
THE AMERICAN WEEKLY MERCURY, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, August 21, 1735 An extremely rare newspaper which began in 1719 and only published through 1749. It was the very first newspaper in all of the Middle Colonies, and only the fourth newspaper published in all of the American colonies.
As any serious collector of newspapers knows, it is exceedingly difficult to find any colonia
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$2,235.00
As any serious collector of newspapers knows, it is exceedingly difficult to find any colonia
Early George Washington in 1754......
539338
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1754.
* Very early George Washington
* America Colonies
Inside has the continuation of an Account of the Encroachments made by the French on the British Settlements in America. In the account are the various measures taken by British to prevent the encroachments, including an expedition led by George Washington, who is mentioned three ti
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$200.00
* Very early George Washington
* America Colonies
Inside has the continuation of an Account of the Encroachments made by the French on the British Settlements in America. In the account are the various measures taken by British to prevent the encroachments, including an expedition led by George Washington, who is mentioned three ti
Early mention of George Washington...
562525
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, July, 1755* Early Mention of George Washington
A very nice magazine from the late 18th century with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907.
... See More $220.00
Death of composer George F. Handel... George Washington in the French & Indian War... Map of Toulon...
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THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, April, 1759 (w/ map and shells plate)* Early George Washington
* Music composer George F. Handel death
* Map of Toulon
Near the back is an inconspicuous yet quite significant report on the death of famed composer George Frederick Handel, reading:
* Geo. Fred. Handel, Esq; a great musician. He was born in Germany in 1685, and had been in England 50 yea... See More $135.00
Death of Handel... Early mention of George Washington...
554268
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, April 17, 1759 * Death of Handel (music composer)
* Very early George Washington
* Pre Revolutionary War era
The front page has a "musically significant" report reading: "By the death of Mr. Handel, who died at his house in Brook Street, Grosvenor-Square, on Saturday last (and not before) a considerable pension rever... See More $190.00
A Phillis Wheatley poem and biography...
586323
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE London, September, 1773Near the back is a printing of a poem titled: "On Recollection" which was written by the famed black poetess Phillis Wheatley. This piece also includes a brief biography of her (see photos below).
Phillis Wheatley was the first published African American poet and the first African-American woman whose writings helped create the genre... See More $375.00
Includes a diagram of the fort at Bunker's Hill...
573074
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, September, 1775 A nice issue with much historic content from the beginning months of the Revolutionary War.Included in the issue is an article: "An Intercepted letter from Benjamin Harrison to General Washington" which contains much on events of the war and takes nearly two pages. There is also a great & lengthy article titled: &... See More $290.00
Trying to stop the Second Continental Congress...
579573
THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, May 20, 1775 * Pre Revolutionary War tensions
* Second Continental Congress
* British try to stop it
Page 3 has a report of a "Circular Letter, sent to the Governors on the Continent of America" which includes: "Certain persons, stiling themselves delegates of his Majesty's colonies in America, having presumed, without his M... See More $72.00
The Revolutionary War on Long Island... Patrick Henry...
565852
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, October, 1776 Regarding the strategic importance of Long Island, an article includes: "Long Island was scarce heard of on this side of the Atlantic before it was pointed out in the papers as a proper spot for landing the British forces, in order to reduce the Americans to obedience...(and) shews the situation of the island with respect to New-Y... See More
$285.00
Events at Ticonderoga... Front page letter signed by Washington...
219111
THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, October 5, 1776 * Ticonderoga
* George Washington
The front page includes a letter signed by G. Washington concerning his testimony on a legal issue involving a person giving testimony to the enemy. Other items concerning this subject on the front page as well.
In fact text on matters of Continental money and public debt take all of ... See More $535.00
The battle for New York…
580333
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, October 15, 1776 * Battle for New York City
* Benedict Arnold and George Washington
* Revolutionary War original reading
Included is a noted that: "This Day were Published" various maps of the American colonies as noted (see). "London" on page 6 reports that: "…on the 8th New York was attacked by our men of war, etc." a... See More $227.00
On Washington's pardon to deserters...
553792
THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, April 26, 1777* George Washington pardons deserters
Almost the entire front page is taken up with various reports which include items on the Revolutionary War, bits including: "Great have been the ravages committed by the British troops in this part of the country...Their footsteps with us are marked with desolation & ruin... See More $345.00
Providence, Rhode Island...
553705
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, May 3, 1777 * Providence Rhode Island
* General George Washington
* Revolutionary war original
Page 3 has a report concerning a British ship with: "...met with, engaged, & taken by an American privateer called the Revenge..." with more (see) .
The bkpg. has a report which notes:
* ...The rebels at Providence...made appearance as if... See More $44.00
Benedict Arnold is promoted...
552676
THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia Pennsylvania, May 6, 1777* Benedict Arnold promoted
* General William Howe
* General George Washington
The front page has some war-related items including a note from Fishkill which includes: "...a number of armed Tories marched in open day through Walkhill & Little Britain on their way to join Howe's army. They were pursued by parties... See More $465.00
Revolutionary War... General Burgoyne...
558666
LONDON CHRONICLE, England, May 8, 1777 * Revolutionary war original from the enemy
* General George Washington
* Benjamin Franklin
The second page has an Extract of a Letter from the Hague that says Gen. Burgoyne arrived at New York from "the Jerseys" and "...published a proclamation, offering a pardon...to all...who are in arms against Great Britain, who will return to the... See More $74.00
Documents signed by George Washington and John Hancock...
560159
THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, July 1, 1777 The front page has some Revolutionary War related items including a note that the Virginia General Assembly appointed Robert Treat Paine Attorney General for the state, and a report from Congress includes a Resolve "...That for the future there be only one Chaplain allowed to each brigade in the army..." ... See More
$590.00
A battle between Washington & Howe...
553285
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, July 12, 1777 * A battle between George Washington & William Howe
* Revolutionary war original from the enemy
An inside page has some items regarding the Revolutionary War in America, bits including: "...two American gentlemen, said to be deputies from the Congress...bought & contracted for immense quantities of linen & woolen cloth, te... See More $60.00
A battle between Washington & Howe...
553287
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, July 12, 1777 * A battle between George Washington & William Howe
* Revolutionary war original from the enemy
An inside page has some items regarding the Revolutionary War in America, bits including: "...two American gentlemen, said to be deputies from the Congress...bought & contracted for immense quantities of linen & woolen cloth, ten... See More $60.00
Surrender of Ticonderoga... Washington's Manifesto...
588903
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, Sept., 1777 This is one of the better issues of this title from the Revolutionary War, containing a great wealth of war reporting, much more than typical. Over 2 1/2 pages are taken up with: "Letter from Gen. Washington to Gen. Sir William Howe" from Middlebrook, June 10, 1777, signed by him in type: Geo. Washington. This is followed by another... See More
$390.00
Evacuation of Ticonderoga...
560778
LONDON CHRONICLE, London, England, September 25, 1777* Ticonderoga
* Revolutionary War original
* General George Washington
Inside has various reports, including one that says:
* ...Gen. Howe had appeared in the Delaware...and that Gen. Washington had sent a great part of his army over the Delaware...
There is also a letter from Gen. Washington to Gen. Howe in which he proposes an... See More $133.00
Much reading on the Revolutionary War...
554343
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1778 The first article is: "Lord North's Propositions for Peace with America" taking over 4 pages. There is also a very lengthy item: "Extracts from the Congress Accounts of the Northern Expedition" which takes over 6 pages with terrific reading & includes a letter signed: "Horatio Gates" (see photos).T... See More $90.00
A Tory newspaper from the Revolutionary War... Washington on the treatment of prisoners...
542926
THE PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER OR THE PHILADELPHIA MARKET-DAY ADVERTISER, February 11, 1778* Rare Tory issue
* Revolutionary War original from America
* General George Washington
* Prisoners
This was a strongly Tory (supportive of the British cause) newspaper which began in 1775 and closed shop in May of 1778 when the British evacuated Philadelphia.
The top of the front page is a terrific n... See More $365.00
Washington to resign? New England men want him removed...
560662
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, London, England, May 2, 1778 * General George Washington to resign ?
* New England men want him removed
* Revolutionary War original from the enemy
The second page has an Extract of a Letter from Whitehaven" that says: "...General Washington has for some time differed in sentiment from the Congress...and that advice has been received of the General's ... See More $66.00
Independence recognized & not recognized... Washington is too strong to attack...
559291
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, June 9, 1778 * Revolutionary War original from the enemy
* General George Washington too strong ?
* American Independence ?
Half of page 6 has war related content which includes an extract from a letter to a gentleman in Williamsburgh which mentions that the governor has received correspondence indicating that Spain, Portugal, Prussia, and France ... See More $78.00
Independence recognized & not recognized... Washington is too strong to attack...
559290
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, June 9, 1778 * Independence recognized & not recognized
* George Washington is too strong to attack
* Revolutionary War original from the enemy
Half of page 6 has war related content which includes an extract from a letter to a gentleman in Williamsburgh which mentions that the governor has received correspondence indicating that Spain, Portu... See More $82.00
General Washington's situation...
559292
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, June 23, 1778 * General George Washington's situation
* Revolutionary War original from the enemy
Page 3 has a brief bit noting; "The exact number of regular troops with General Burgoyne when he first set out on his expedition was 8256, out of which there remained...when he embarked for England 3164, who were all prisoners."
Another page ha... See More $68.00
General Washington's situation...
559293
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, June 23, 1778 * General George Washington's situation
* Revolutionary War original reading
Page 3 hs a brief bit noting; "The exact number of regular troops with General Burgoyne when he first set out on his expedition was 8256, out of which there remained...when he embarked for England 3164, who were all prisoners."
Another page has a letter... See More $65.00
Rare contemporary mention of Daniel Boone... Washington losing his officers...
553144
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, January 2, 1779 * Rare Daniel Boone mention
* George Washington losing his officers
* Revolutionary war original from the enemy
Page 2 of this issue has a very intriguing report headed: "Extract of a Letter from Williamsburgh, Virginia" which contains a very rare mention of Daniel Boone & his involvement in the Revolutio... See More $255.00
Reinforcing Washington's army...
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THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, April 10, 1779 * George Washington's Army
The front page has a brief item from Bourdeaux noting: "Nine sail of American merchant-men have entered this port...a matter of wonder to many here how they escape the English cruisers. All we learn by them is that they are sending men from all the Colonies to reinforce Washington's army, which, by th... See More $33.00
George Washington described...
580162
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, July 22, 1780* General George Washington description
Inside has nearly a full column article headed: "A Short Sketch of the Life and character of Gen. Washington" and is a very nice article on him, and interesting to find this report in a British newspaper. Portions include: "...General Washington is now in the forty-seventh year of his age; he ... See More $84.00
Battle of Springfield, New Jersey...
120401
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE London, September, 1780 Near the back is "Advices Received from America" which includes a letter signed in type by: George Washington, datelined at Morristown, with much praise for the Marquis de LaFayette, followed by a letter of thanks signed in type: La Fayette. Another report begins: "His Excellency Gen. Washington is appointed lieut. gen... See More
$69.00
1780 Canajoharie, New York...
553294
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: "
* Whe... See More $55.00
Lengthy battle report... John Paul Jones... The treaty with France...
553790
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 Ameri... See More
$67.00
John Paul Jones... Major Andre... Ben Franklin...
570597
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, December 14, 1780 * John Paul Jones
* Major John Andre
* Benjamin Franklin
Most of the front page is taken up with number two of "Letters from Cicero to Catiline the Second" which has various reverences to America (see for portions). Page 2 has an item containing: "...nothing more than a confirmation of the high spir... See More $67.00
Events in Virginia... Battle of Cowpens...
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THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, March, 1781 Near the back is half a page of "American News" which reports of: "...the detachment sent by Gen. Clinton to Virginia under the command of Brig. Gen. Arnold...On the 3rd of Jan. they anchored about half a mile from Hood's Fort which kept up a heavy fire from a battery...The 4th of the fleet proceeded up the river, landed, &... See More
$89.00
George Washington in fear...
565783
THE MORNING POST & DAILY ADVERTISER, London, March 9, 1781* General George Washington in fear...
* Rare Revolutionary War title from the enemy
* American army in revolt ?
Pg. 2 has an item which notes: "There are reports in town which are generally believed at Lloyds, that General Clinton is coming from New York & that Lord Cornwallis is to succeed him in the command." P... See More $48.00
America loans money from the Netherlands... Benedict Arnold destroys Richmond...
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THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, March 10, 1781 * General Benedict Arnold
* Destroys Richmond VA
* Revolutionary War loan
The back page has: "A confirmation is received at Lord George Germaine's office of General Arnold's having destroyed the rebels grand depot of stores, provisions, etc. in the country adjacent to Richmond." and a bit further on is a letter from Am... See More $38.00
Supplies for Washington's army captured...
578729
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, March 17, 1781 * General George Washington's Army
* Supplies captured by the British
Page 2 has: "...letter from an officer...dated St. Eustatia...says, 'The taking of this important island will be a fatal stroke to the Americans, as well as the Dutch, great quantity of provisions...we found here being intended for the use of Washingto... See More $35.00
George Washington... Events in Virginia...
586934
THE GLASGOW MERCURY, Scotland, May 3, 1781 Page 6 has reports from the "New York Gazette" including mention of the destruction of tobacco warehouses in Maryland, and: "...that 2000 British troops have lately arrived at Wilmington, on Cape Fear River, North Carolina & a body of Hessians at Charlestown". A letter from Williamsburg note: "We hear today the enemy are... See More
$44.00
Great report from Nathaniel Greene in the Carolinas...
554215
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, September 1, 1781 * Revolutionary war original from the enemy
* General Nathaniel Greene
* The Carolinas
Half of the front page is taken up with: "American News" with some nice Revolutionary War reports, including: "...The French & Rebel army now at the White Plains amount to about 7000 men..." and a report from New York include... See More $65.00
News of Cornwallis' surrender... Benedict Arnold...
565827
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... See More $205.00
Washington near the end of the war... Haym Salomon...
573468
THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST & PUBLIC ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, April 9, 1782 * General George Washington
On the front page, set in larger type than normal, is: "His excellency gen. Washington and his lady arrived last Monday at Head Quarters, Newburgh, in good health." One week later Washington would officially make Newburgh the headquarters of the army. Also on the fro... See More $277.00
Holland recognizes the independence of America... George Washington...
586014
THE PENNSYLVANIA JOURNAL & THE WEEKLY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, June 1, 1782 One of my favorite decorative mastheads of the Revolutionary War era (see). Page 2 has a letter from Amsterdam beginning: "We are happy in communicating to you that this whole nation now unite with one voice in the most urgent manner for the acknowledgement of the independence of American by our state... See More
$225.00
Independency for the thirteen colonies...
576507
THE PENNSYLVANIA PACKET, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Aug. 10, 1782 * General Sir Guy Carleton
* General George Washington
* Thirteen Colonies Independence
Page 3 has a noteworthy letter from Guy Carleton to General Washington concerning his information from England on the process leading to the treaty ending the Revolutionary War. Bits include: "The pacific disposition of the pa... See More $190.00
Independence of America is settled...
558409
DREWRY'S DERBY MERCURY, England, October 10, 1782 * Independence of America is settled
* Post Revolutionary War era
* Uncommon title
The center of the front page has an: "Extract of a Letter from New York, Aug. 15" which reads:
* Since the arrival of the last Packet, our Heads are full of Peace, and the Independence of this Country is settled. We wait the arrival of an... See More $75.00
Washington's letter of resignation...
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THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, August & September, 1783A very nice magazine from the "mother country" at the end of the Revolutionary War with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting un... See More $220.00
American deaths during the Revolutionary War...
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THE CONNECTICUT JOURNAL, New Haven, Connecticut, Oct. 22, 1783 The ftpg. include: "...to represent the disaffection of the continental offices to the proceedings of Congress should be credited with extreme caution..." and further on: "...it appears that the United States have lost 80,000 men during the war. A very considerable part of these unhappy victims died in prison ships... See More
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\George Washington's Farewell Address to his army....
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THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Edinburgh, Scotland, Jan. 3, 1784 Taking 1 1/2 columns on pg. 2 are: General Washington's Farewell Orders to the Armies of the United States (see photos). The orders, delivered by the Adjutant General, Edward Hand, express Washington's gratitude and more, stating in part: "He presents his thanks, in the most serious and affectionate manner, to the General ... See More
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