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Scott, William W., fl. 1813 to James Winchester

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06997.034 Author/Creator: Scott, William W., fl. 1813 Place Written: Quebec, Canada Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 15 November 1813 Pagination: 3 p. ; 18.3 x 15 cm. Order a Copy

Writes on behalf of Captain Knaggs and himself. Hopes that the recent exchange of two officers may be a "prelude for others." Hopes for General Winchester's release, as well as their own Written at Beauport

Winchester, James, 1752-1826

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