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Obadiah Harris journal, 1758 May 22-October 23

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Description
A regimental journal kept by Obadiah Harris. The journal covers James Abercromby’s 1758 campaign, including the Battle of Ticonderoga (July 6, 1758) and its aftermath. In addition, there is also information on Fort Edward and Fort George between 1758 May 22 and October 23.
Type
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Date
1758
Call number
mssHM 591
Creator
Harris, Obadiah (1736-1800)(Opens in new tab)
Provenance
Purchased from P. K. Foley, Boston, Massachusetts, at The American Art of Association sale "Selection of Historical Books, Tracts, Broadsides, Letters," January 31, 1921.
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