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Reed, Edward (1846-1930) to whom it may concern re: revolutionary services of William Thompson -with autograph letter signed of H. Livingston Rogers, 2 February 1901, 1p.

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.04178 Author/Creator: Reed, Edward (1846-1930) Place Written: Harrisburg, Pa. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1901/02/20 Pagination: 1p. 31.8 x 20.5 cm

Summary of Content: Edward Reed, the state librarian and editor of the Pennsylvania archives, certifies that William Thompson served as 2nd Lieutenant in the Pennsylvania Continental Line. With cover letter from H. Livingston Rogers to Johnston Livingston, 21 February 1901, New York. He states that the enclosed report gives a valid record of his great grandfather William Thompson.

People: Reed, George Edward, 1846-1930

Historical Era: Progressive Era to New Era, 1900-1929

Subjects: Revolutionary WarContinental ArmyMilitary HistoryGenealogy

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