Burning of St. Paul's Church, Covent Garden...
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KENTISH GAZETTE, Canterbury, England, Sept. 25, 1795 A handsome issue of the 18th century, with two decorative embellishments in the masthead & ornate lettering in the title.
Page 2 has a detailed article headed: "Church of St. Paul, Covent Garden" which reports on this tragic fire of 5 days earlier. The famous church still stands today and is a focal point of the new Covent Garden Markets, a major tourist attraction in central London.
Page 2 has a detailed article headed: "Church of St. Paul, Covent Garden" which reports on this tragic fire of 5 days earlier. The famous church still stands today and is a focal point of the new Covent Garden Markets, a major tourist attraction in central London.
Four pages, very nice condition.
Categories: The 1600's and 1700's, British
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$39
100% Authentic: Original printing, never a reproduction.
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