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Nevin, Daniel (1749-1802) [Estimate of boards for bunks and other repair]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.01868 Author/Creator: Nevin, Daniel (1749-1802) Place Written: West Point, New York Type: Autograph document signed Date: 27 January 1783 Pagination: 1 p. : docket ; 19.2 x 22.1 cm. Order a Copy

Two estimates of boards needed for bunks and other items for the barracks. Total amounts are 136 and 21 boards, respectively. Signs his own name as "Niven."

Nevin, Daniel, 1749-1802

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