Matthew Clarkson, A.L.S. Philadelphia July 28th 1780 : to General Henry Clinton
1780
MSS L2018F191 M
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Title
Matthew Clarkson, A.L.S. Philadelphia July 28th 1780 : to General Henry Clinton
Published
Philadelphia 1780
Description
[1] p. ; 35 cm.
Call Number
MSS L2018F191 M
Note
Clarkson, an aide to Gen. Benjamin Lincoln, was became a prisoner of war with the surrender of Charleston to the British. Waiting in Philadelphia on parole, he petitions British General Clinton to allow him to travel to New England to rejoin Lincoln, promising, "no ill consequence can follow to the arms of His Britannick Majesty."
Clarkson was exchanged in February 1781 and marched with Lincoln to Yorktown.
Matthew Clarkson was an original member of the NY Society.
Edges & folds repaired & backed.
Clarkson was exchanged in February 1781 and marched with Lincoln to Yorktown.
Matthew Clarkson was an original member of the NY Society.
Edges & folds repaired & backed.
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