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Bampfeild, George (fl. 1721) to Robert Livingston re: Bampfeild's appointment to Agent of Albany

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.01359 Author/Creator: Bampfeild, George (fl. 1721) Place Written: London, England Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1721/02/05 Pagination: 2p. 32.8 x 20.7 cm Order a Copy

Bampfeild thanks Livingston for supporting his appointment to the position of Agent of Albany, and asks Livingston to continue his advocacy. Docketed on verso.

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