Nicolas, Lewis, 1717-1807 [Recommendation for a leave of absence for Joseph Bond]
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.09667 Author/Creator: Nicolas, Lewis, 1717-1807 Place Written: Fishkill, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 2 March 1783 Pagination: 1 p. : docket ; 17.4 x 17.7 cm. Order a Copy
Colonel Nicola indicates that one of his men, who left on furlough in 1782, has not returned, and was mustered as a deserter. Notes that the deserter's absence leaves an opening for another man to go on furlough, and recommends Bond.
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