Bingham, William, 1752-1804 to Henry Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.06777 Author/Creator: Bingham, William, 1752-1804 Place Written: Newport, Rhode Island Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 20 June 1796 Pagination: 2 p. : Height: 23.2 cm, Width: 18 cm Order a Copy
Reports on a dangerous and harrowing trip by boat to Rhode Island. Explains that he wrote to General [Henry] Jackson regarding lodging in Boston (see GLC02437.06776) because he thought Knox was no longer there. Briefly describes business engagements he plans to undertake in Boston.
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