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Bowen, A., fl. 1828 A View of Col. Johnson's engagement with the savages

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03798 Author/Creator: Bowen, A., fl. 1828 Place Written: s.l. Type: Print Date: circa 1828 Pagination: 1 p. : Order a Copy

Wood block of early engagement in the War of 1812 between American troops and Indians commanded by Tecumseh, near the Moravian town, 10/5/1812. Actual battle took place in 1813, so there is a error in the printed title. Print was published circa 1828.

Bowen, A., fl. 1828

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