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Haldimand, Frederick, 1719-1791 [Discharge paper of Michal Kerns]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01450.303 Author/Creator: Haldimand, Frederick, 1719-1791 Place Written: Oswego, New York Type: Document signed Date: 5 November 1759 Pagination: 2 p. : Height: 19 cm, Width: 20.5 cm Order a Copy

Countersigned by Michal Kerns. He was honorably discharged from the 4th Battalion of the Royal American Regiment after three years of service. States he has received his full clothing allowance and back pay.

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