THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, June, 1778  An inside page has a graphic depiction of a: "Plan of the Encampment of a Battalion of Six Companies of Infantry" with related text. An article reports on Burgoyne and the charge against him of: "...employing savages...ever esteemed the Indian alliances, at best, a necessary evil..." with more.
Another page has "Gen. Washington's Letter to Gen. Burgoyne" signed in type: Geo. Washington. This is followed by a report concerning military actions in the Hudson Valley, then followed by: "General Burgoyne's Speech on Mr. Hartley's Motion for an address to Prorogue the Parliament".
Another page has a report from Congress concerning the Conciliatory Acts, taking two pages. Near the back is a half page letter signed by: W. Howe, concerning his actions in America. This is followed by another military report on activity in New Jersey, signed in type: John Maitland. A few other war-related tidbits as well.
Included is the full page plate of "English Medals" called for.
Complete in 48 pages, 5 by 8 1/4 inches, full title/contents page with an engraving of St. John's Gate, very nice condition.

A very nice Revolutionary War era magazine from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907.