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Gallatin, Albert, 1761-1849 re: printed circular letter announcing declaration of War of 1812

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07413 Author/Creator: Gallatin, Albert, 1761-1849 Place Written: Washington, District of Columbia Type: Letter signed Date: 1812/06/18 Pagination: 1 p. + addr 24.3 x 19.8 cm Order a Copy

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