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January 18, 1815
BOSTON DAILY ADVERTISER , Jan. 18, 1815 \
* Battle of Bladensburg
* War of 1812 Maryland
Page 2 has nearly two columns taken up with considerable detail headed the: "Battle Of Bladensburg" It was the defeat of the American forces there that allowed the British to capture and burn Washington. It has been called "the greatest disgrace ever dealt to American arms".
Four pages, various purple staining, foxing, somewhat 2nd rate condition. A very notable report from the War of 1812.
Category: War of 1812