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Thomas Jefferson on creating a Navy...
Thomas Jefferson on creating a Navy...
Item # 677358 THE COLUMBIAN MAGAZINE, Philadelphia, November, 1787 Among the articles within are: "The Situation of the First & Present Settlers in America Contrasted" "Thoughts on emigration, Particularly to America..." Mr. Jefferson's Opinion Upon the Establishment of an American Naval Force" which begins: "The sea is the field on which we should meet an European enemy, on that element it is necessary we should possess some power...".
Also: "The Utility of Fixing the Fine Arts in America..." "An Authentic Instance of the Fascinating Power of the Rattle Snake..." and much more.
Near the back is "Intelligence" which has the latest news reports of the day and includes a report of trouble with the Indians in the South, plus so much more.
Lacking the plates called for.
Complete in 52 pages, 5 by 8 inches, full title/contents page, various foxing, good condition.
This title has the honor of being the first successful American magazine, having begun in September, 1786 and lasting until December, 1792.
Category: The 1600's and 1700's
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