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Carroll, Charles (1737-1832) to Henry Knox

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.07532 Author/Creator: Carroll, Charles (1737-1832) Place Written: Annapolis, Maryland Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 20 May 1801 Pagination: 1 p. : address : docket ; 22.3 x 18.3 cm. Order a Copy

Appears to discuss Mr. [Dawees] Jeffrey's behavior and character during his two year stay in Annapolis, Maryland. Describes Dawees as being industrious. Charles Carroll of Carrollton was a signer of the Declaration of Independence.

Carroll, Charles, 1737-1832
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

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