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Wilson, James (fl. 1746) [Certificate]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.08930 Author/Creator: Wilson, James (fl. 1746) Place Written: Boston, Massachusetts Type: Document signed Date: 30 August 1746 Pagination: 1 p. : docket ; 19.2 x 15.3 cm. Order a Copy

Partially printed document with subsequent information written in by hand. Certifies that James Wilson is enlisted in the infantry under Captain John Southack's command, which will be sent to Canada. Also verified, signed and dated by Habijah Sway.

Signer of the U.S. Constitution.

Signer of the U.S. Constitution.

Wilson, James, fl. 1746
Sway, Habijah, fl. 1746
Southack, John, fl. 1746

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