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Warren, Mercy Otis, 1728-1814 to Catharine Macaulay

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01800.01 Author/Creator: Warren, Mercy Otis, 1728-1814 Place Written: Plymouth, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: December 29, 1774 Pagination: 3 p. : docket ; Height: 33 cm, Width: 21 cm Order a Copy

Warren describes the resolve of the people to resist "the strides of Wanton power" and fears the results, "an innocent Land Drenched [in] Blood." Believes that surely this destruction and anger can't continue much longer, particularly the blockade of Boston. Encourages future correspondence and support.

Warren, Mercy Otis, 1728-1814
Macaulay, Catharine, 1731-1791

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