Wood, Eleazor D. (1783-1814) to unknown
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01043.04 Author/Creator: Wood, Eleazor D. (1783-1814) Place Written: Fort Erie, Ontario Type: Letter Date: 16 August 1814 Pagination: 2 p. ; 25 x 20 cm. Order a Copy
Draft of a detailed report of the attack on Fort Erie that had been repelled on 14 August 1814. Wood commanded forces in the battle. Written to a superior officer.
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