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The Articles of Confederation... and so much more...
The Articles of Confederation... and so much more...
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January 18, 1776
THE WEEKLY MAGAZINE OR EDINBURGH AMUSEMENT, Scotland, Jan. 18, 1776
* Historic Articles of Confederation
* 13 original colonies agreement
Certainly the most notable content is a complete printing of the Proposed Articles of Confederation created at the Second Continental Congress which began work on May 10, 1775, principally proposed by Benjamin Franklin. Websites offer considerable detail on the creation of this historic document.
This report is prefaced with: "The Following is a Copy of the Articles of Confederation and Perpetual Union, entered into by the Delegates of the several Colonies of New Hampshire, Massachusetts, etc., etc., etc....in General Congress met at Philadelphia, May 10 1775". It begins with "Article I" and continues with all thirteen articles with the concluding paragraph.
Ultimately, in 1777 Congress agreed to a draft that was ratified by twelve of the states. Maryland had several objections, but she finally ratified on February 27, 1781, and the Articles became effective on March 1 by the Continental Congress. This is an early formal draft of this notable document and a significant report for any collection of constitutional history.
Also of note in this issue are the: "Articles of Capitulation...between Richard Montgomery, Brig. General of the Continental Army, and the Citizens & Inhabitants of Montreal...". This details the occupation of Montreal by the Americans.
Then a Proclamation by the governor of Virginia, and a letter signed by Wm. Tryon "To the Inhabitants of New York", and then a "Proclamation" by William Howe regarding penalties for assisting the enemy. Also a response by: "An Association Proposed to the Loyal Americans" to General Howe.
There is also a letter from General Schuyler, and a letter datelined "Ticonderoga".
So much other fine content on the Revolutionary War, too much to detail here. One report from Newport begins: "Ten thousand minute-men stand ready to come in,for the protection of this island, on the shortest notice...".
Complete in 32 pages, disbound, 5 by 8 inches, great condition.
Category: Revolutionary War
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