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Chambers, Joseph G., fl. 1792 to Henry Knox

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.05446 Author/Creator: Chambers, Joseph G., fl. 1792 Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 4 May 1792 Pagination: 1 p. : address : docket Height: 20.8 cm, Width: 16.9 cm Order a Copy

Tells Knox about a demonstration of guns that he is planning. Asks Knox to order him several more guns and supplies and asks Knox about an appropriate time to stage the demonstration. Written from "Sign of the Lamb Market Street."

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