THE TOWN & COUNTRY MAGAZINE, London, May, 1776  Certainly one of the less common titles from the Revolutionary War, but a format & layout much like the more common 'Gentleman's Magazine".
Over 4 pages are taken up with a continued article: "The Present State of America" which includes "Religion & Civil Government of New England" "The Different Governments in North America Explained" & "Different Provinces of New England" with more.
Near the back are several reports concerning Revolutionary War events in America, One account from Cambridge reports on a skirmish, another report from Williamsburg, Virginia, relates events in that vicinity; from Phila. is an item from Congress, and also: "The Congress resolved 'That no oath by way of test be imposed upon, exacted, or required of any of the inhabitants of these colonies by any military officer' ". Also: "...Col. Prescot having put Col. [Ethan] Allen in irons, the Congress...put Prescot in gaol [jail]; he lay there for some time but because of some old wounds...he was releaased & is now under a guard at the New Tavern." Other war-related items as well which can be seen in the photos.
Two full page plates are present.
Full title/content page, 56 pages, 5 1/4 by 8 1/4 inches, great condition.