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Knox, Henry, 1750-1806 [Letter of introduction for John Jeffrey]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.07276 Author/Creator: Knox, Henry, 1750-1806 Place Written: Boston, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 30 June 1799 Pagination: 1 p. ; 24.7 x 19.9 cm. Order a Copy

Knox writes on behalf of John Jeffrey to "the Commanding officer of the Post of Niagara, and any other American posts which Mr. Jeffrey may visit" requesting that Jeffrey and his companions are received warmly and afforded protection.

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
Jeffrey, John, fl. 1799

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