Handsome issue from the middle of the Revolutionary War... A duel gone wrong... War events...
Item # 715561
November 19, 1778
THE CONTINENTAL JOURNAL & WEEKLY ADVERTISER, Boston, Nov. 19, 1778 Page 2 has over half a column concerning the historic duel between Generals Robert Howe and Gadsden, bot notable figures in the Revolutionary War.
The duel stemmed from a dispute over command of Continental troops in South Carolina. Gadsden, a local hero, had taken command during Howe's absence, and when Howe returned, Gadsden questioned the terms of his recall and argued for retaining command. The situation escalated into a challenge for "satisfaction" and ultimately a duel, but ultimately neither was killed, the article and noted website offering almost comical details.
Page 3 has reports mentioning Burgoyne's surrender at Saratoga, as well as military events at Newport, Rhode Island. The back page has a lengthy document from Congress.
Four pages, never-trimmed margins, a few stains in the masthead, very nice condition.
The duel stemmed from a dispute over command of Continental troops in South Carolina. Gadsden, a local hero, had taken command during Howe's absence, and when Howe returned, Gadsden questioned the terms of his recall and argued for retaining command. The situation escalated into a challenge for "satisfaction" and ultimately a duel, but ultimately neither was killed, the article and noted website offering almost comical details.
Page 3 has reports mentioning Burgoyne's surrender at Saratoga, as well as military events at Newport, Rhode Island. The back page has a lengthy document from Congress.
Four pages, never-trimmed margins, a few stains in the masthead, very nice condition.
Item from our most recent catalog - #367 - released for June, 2026
Category: Revolutionary War
