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McGlassin, G., fl. 1813 to unknown

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC08215 Author/Creator: McGlassin, G., fl. 1813 Place Written: New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 22 April 1813 Pagination: Order a Copy

Written onboard the ship Madison prior to the attack against York, New Canada (now Toronto).

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