Stiles, Ezra, 1727-1795 to Catharine Macaulay
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01798 Author/Creator: Stiles, Ezra, 1727-1795 Place Written: Newport, Rhode Island Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 15 April 1775 Pagination: 3 p. : docket ; 32 x 20 cm. Order a Copy
Parliament's repressive laws have inflamed Americans; criticizes Britain for not sharing its triumph over France with its colonists. Convinced that the colonists are capable of governing themselves and that American legislatures should prepare for conflict, he suggests the current fomentation may result in "an entirely new Colony-Police" and upon such an alliance could arise a "Continental or Imperial Congress." Forecasts the future greatness of America.
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