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Unknown [Note of the enlistment of Eli Lealand, John Fairbanks, and Joseph Morese in the Continental Army]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01450.218.07 Author/Creator: Unknown Place Written: s.l. Type: Manuscript document Date: circa 1775-1783 Pagination: 1 p. ; 4.5 x 20 cm. Order a Copy

Indicates their enlistment for February and March with the condition they be allowed a visit home.

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