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Rose, William, fl. 1781 to William Smallwood

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06508.02 Author/Creator: Rose, William, fl. 1781 Place Written: Annapolis, Maryland Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 11 June 1781 Pagination: 1 p. : docket ; 32 x 19 cm. Order a Copy

Request for a recommendation to a "subaltine's appointment in the Maryland line." Informs Smallwood that he has served faithfully for two years, is well regarded by fellow officers, and hopes the General will recommend him for this promotion.

Rose, William, fl. 1781
Smallwood, William, 1732-1792

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