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Benedict, Noble (fl. 1775) Bond of Joseph Starr and Noble Benedict for militia service

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07481.05 Author/Creator: Benedict, Noble (fl. 1775) Place Written: [s.l.] Type: Manuscript Date: 1775/05/17 Pagination: 1 p. + docket 30.3 x 18.6 cm Order a Copy

Bond to the "Company of the English Colony of Connecticut" with Starr serving as paymaster of the 6th Company. Includes engraving of Oliver Ellsworth.

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