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Duncan, John, fl. 1812 to Moody Bedel

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01450.721.04 Author/Creator: Duncan, John, fl. 1812 Place Written: Charlestown, New Hampshire Type: Autograph letter signed Date: June 9, 1812 Pagination: 1 p. : address : docket ; 23.5 x 18 cm. Order a Copy

Duncan relays news of his appointment to ensign of infantry and his changed orders to report to Colonel Bedel's command. Written during the War of 1812.

Duncan, John, fl. 1812
Bedel, Moody, 1764-1841

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