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Capron, Seth (fl. 1783) [Request for rations]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.02519 Author/Creator: Capron, Seth (fl. 1783) Place Written: s.l. Type: Manuscript document signed Date: 13 September 1783 Pagination: 1 p. : docket ; 10.1 x 21.8 cm. Order a Copy

Request for rations for men belonging to General Henry Knox's barge. Countersigned by John Lillie.

Bell, Robert, fl. 1732-1784
Capron, Seth, fl. 1783
Lillie, John, 1755-1801
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

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