THE WAR, New York, April 20, 1813.

* James Monroe * James Madison

An interesting title as this newspaper was created for the sole purpose of reporting events of the War of 1812. When the war ended, so did this newspaper. The ftpg. has several documents which relate to the "Impressment Of Seamen", including items signed in type by James Madison and James Monroe among others. Pg. 2 has: "American Gallantry" which is a nice & detailed account of a naval battle: "...between the privateer schooner General Armstrong of this port...commanded by Guy Champlin, esq. and a British frigate..." (see photos). Also on pg. 2: "The Saratoga" is a naval report as well. "Horrid Butchery" is a report from Edenton, North Carolina, plus "Increase of the Navy" and "An Act" concerning increasing the U.S. Navy, signed in type by James Madison. Other items inside include: "Ship Building" and "Troubles on the S.W. Frontier" & other items, plus the bkpg. has: "Front Sacket's Harbor" and "From Norfolk" and "From Lewistown". Complete in 4 pages with an absolute wealth of content on the War of 1812. Lower corner on the front leaf is missing not affecting any type. Various foxing spots throughout do not deter readability. Measures about 11 1/2 by 9 1/4 inches.