Thomson, Charles (1729-1824) to Henry Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.04451 Author/Creator: Thomson, Charles (1729-1824) Place Written: Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 25 December 1789 Pagination: 1 p. : docket ; 32 x 20.5 cm. Order a Copy
Expresses his satisfaction on their victory in the revolution and forwards Knox a letter. Writes, "I can assure you that whether I look back to the share I have had in the late glorious revolution, or forward to the prospects which open to view in consequence of this happy event; whether I reflect on our Escape from the galling yoke of depressing tyranny or on the fair chance now given for the spread of freedom & happiness through this immense continent I enjoy a pleasing satisfaction..." Noted as written in Harriton, which is the name of Charles Thomson's house in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania.
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