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Batten, Thomas (fl. 1783) [Provision return]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.02045 Author/Creator: Batten, Thomas (fl. 1783) Place Written: West Point, New York Type: Autograph document signed Date: 31 March 1783 Pagination: 2 p. : docket ; 12.3 x 21.2 cm. Order a Copy

Countersigned by John Doughty with a note on verso from John Armstrong. Lists men by company with issued rations.

Doughty, John, 1754-1826
Batten, Thomas, fl. 1783
Armstrong, John, Jr., 1758-1843

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