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Nanfan, John (fl. 1688-1702) to Peter Schuyler re: the fort at Albany

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.02067 Author/Creator: Nanfan, John (fl. 1688-1702) Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1701/11/03 Pagination: 3p. + docket 31.4 x 20.3 cm Order a Copy

Nanfan asks for information regarding the construction of the fort at Albany, and gives instructions to stock it with firewood for the winter. He also requestst that Robert Livingston be sent to Albany to expedite a matter in Indian affairs.

Nanfan, John, fl. 1688-1702
Livingston, Robert, 1654-1728

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