May 1770

Revere, Paul, 1735-1818

Print

Title: A view of part of the town of Boston in New-England and Brittish Ships of War landing their troops 1768

One of two copies known to be signed by colorist Christian Remick, and engraved by Paul Revere. Originally framed in worn edge scallop frame and old glass, with frame cut-down for the print. Propaganda print showing disembarkation of British troops. Reproduced in Brigham p. 79-85 (measurements are for frames)

GLC02873

22 May 1810

Revere, Paul, 1735-1818

Autograph letter signed

Title: to John Revere

Revere writes to his son that the non-intercourse policy against Great Britain has ended, creating more opportunities to write. Also mentions a debilitating infirmity and provides family news. The second and third pages contain a letter dated July 1810 from John to his brother Joseph Revere which transmits their father's letter, discusses Joseph's impending return, and provides other news.

GLC03258

1770

Revere, Paul, 1735-1818

Engraving

Title: The Bloody Massacre perpetrated in King-Street Boston on March 5th 1770 by a party of the 29th Reg.

Engraving of the Boston Massacre, hand-colored, first edition. Crispus Attucks is colored in, indicating that he was an African American. The depiction of the event and a poem printed below the engraving vilifies the British Army. The casualties, described as "unhappy sufferers," are listed at the bottom.

GLC01868

January 17, 1810

Revere, Paul, 1735-1818

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Joseph Revere

Discusses Nathaniel Macon's anti-tariff bill in Washington, D.C. and its potential consequences for the Embargo Act of 1807. Also discusses business matters and the health of their family. With a diagram drawn on the verso. Joseph was Paul's son.

GLC00782.18

20 July 1797

Revere, Paul, 1735-1818

Autograph document signed

Title: [Receipt]

List of transactions between Henry Knox and Paul Revere listed by date for various metal objects, including a church bell. Signed by Revere once in text, and twice for receipt of payment. Payment receipt dates and notes are in a different hand. Docketed by Revere.

GLC02437.08757

1774/10

Revere, Paul, 1735-1818

Autograph document signed

Title: Bill for his ride to New York and Philadelphia announcing the Suffolk resolves

The document, "The Town of Boston to Paul Revere," lists travel from Boston to New York, New York to Philadelphia, and his time, for a total of 55 pounds, 3 shillings and 6 pence. There are two pen-strokes of letters at the top of the document.

GLC06711

1757, 1779

Revere, Paul, 1735-1818

Header Record

Title: Two artillery manuals by John Muller, one signed 4 times [decimalized]

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GLC05306