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10 October 1792
Dundas, David, Sir, Bart, 1749-1826
to James Dundas [fragment]
Discusses sending his son William to stay with James for his schooling. More than half of the third page has been cut off.
GLC02549.51
26 October 1792
to James Dundas
Thanks James for his kind treatment of William Dundas (David's son). Discusses William's education at length.
GLC02549.52
21 January 1778
Rooke, William, fl. 1777-1778
to Dorothy Rooke
Writes to his sister, stating that he hopes an unspecified person (possibly Henry Rooke) has returned from America to England. Refers to battle between Generals William Howe and George Washington. Mentions confusing reports he has received...
GLC03881.03
27 August 1776- 1777
Rooke, Henry, fl. 1775-1783
[British soldier's journal detailing New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania engagements during the Revolutionary War]
Rooke, a British soldier, records various Revolutionary War events. Discusses the Battle of Long Island, during which he estimates 1,500 Americans were killed and 2,000 taken prisoner. Mentions the November 1776 British capture of Fort Lee, New...
GLC03881.04
14 July 1779
Wormwood, Amos, 1758-1809
[Receipt for service in the Penobscot Expedition]
Wormwood acknowledges receipts of three pounds from Captain Morgan Lewis for his service. Several mathematical figures are written on verso.
GLC01450.603.11
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