Civis, fl. 1804 to Caleb Strong
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.07867 Author/Creator: Civis, fl. 1804 Place Written: Boston, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: June 1804 Pagination: 3 p. : address ; Height: 22.4 cm, Width: 18.2 cm Order a Copy
Written by "Civis," likely a pen name. Has enclosed a memoir about the state militia (not present). Explains briefly about the letter's content. Adds that he wished to have a member of the military present the letter to Governor Strong, but found he did not have the necessary connections to anyone who could see the Governor in person.
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