The capture of New York by the British.. Great map of Connecticut & Rhode Island....
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GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, November, 1776 An inside page has nearly two pages headed: "Intelligence from the Royal Army at New York" which includes a very lengthy letter signed: Wm. Howe beginning: "I have the satisfaction to inform your Lordship of his Majesty's troops being in possession of New York..." with much more (see).
This letter takes more than a full page to detail the battle of New York, during which: "The enemy having evacuated New York soon after the army landed, a brigade took possession of the works in the evening...".
On the same & the following pages are additional items from Howe including a "Declaration" concerning his taking of New York (see). There is also: "Case of Mr. James Rivington of New York", the infamous Tory newspaper publisher.
A Letter signed by: Guy Carleton begins: "The rebel fleet upon Lake Champlain has been entirely defeated..." and yet another letter begins: "His Majesty's forces are now in possession of the city of New York..." (see).
As good as this content is, the most significant portion of this issue is the very nice foldout Revolutionary War map titled: "A Map of Connecticut and Rhode Island with Long Island Sound, etc.", which shows much detail (see).
This map measures 8 by 10 in. and is in very nice condition with wide borders.
A terrific issue. Complete in 48 pages, measuring about 5 by 8 1/4 inches, excellent condition. Includes the full title/index page with an engraving of St. John's Gate.
This letter takes more than a full page to detail the battle of New York, during which: "The enemy having evacuated New York soon after the army landed, a brigade took possession of the works in the evening...".
On the same & the following pages are additional items from Howe including a "Declaration" concerning his taking of New York (see). There is also: "Case of Mr. James Rivington of New York", the infamous Tory newspaper publisher.
A Letter signed by: Guy Carleton begins: "The rebel fleet upon Lake Champlain has been entirely defeated..." and yet another letter begins: "His Majesty's forces are now in possession of the city of New York..." (see).
As good as this content is, the most significant portion of this issue is the very nice foldout Revolutionary War map titled: "A Map of Connecticut and Rhode Island with Long Island Sound, etc.", which shows much detail (see).
This map measures 8 by 10 in. and is in very nice condition with wide borders.
A terrific issue. Complete in 48 pages, measuring about 5 by 8 1/4 inches, excellent condition. Includes the full title/index page with an engraving of St. John's Gate.
Category: Revolutionary War
