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1813 May 13 . John Widney ALS to Samuel Williams; Concord, [Pennsylvania?].

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Box 3
Abstract:
Enclosing a map of Black Rock and Presque Isle on Erie [present]. Hopes William will send a map in return. Provides news of the American forces on the Niagara frontier, including the capture of York, the death of General Pike, and many deaths to a mine accident. Mentions Native Americans taken prisoner and Commodore Chauncey capturing British ships and taking possession of the lake. Includes two pen and ink maps, one of Black Rock, New York, and the other of Erie, Pennsylvania, noting military camps and positions, details of the Canadian shore, and Fort Erie. [Original in Map Division Small Maps]
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3 pages

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Collection

War of 1812 collection, 1806-1860
Total components 333
Last indexed 2024-06-25