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Jefferson, Thomas (1743-1826) Printed letter signed re: invasion & defense of Virginia

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00448 Author/Creator: Jefferson, Thomas (1743-1826) Place Written: In Council, [Va.] Type: Document signed Date: 19 January 1781 Pagination: 1 p. 34 x 21 cm Order a Copy

Circular notice signed as Governor of Virginia concerning Benedict Arnold's invasion of Va. and defense measures. Addressed to Berkeley County. Mentions musters for militia and required supplies. Lined on verso.

Arnold, Benedict, 1741-1801
Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826

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