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Robert Rogers, Colonial Frontiersman, Ans, 1778 

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Description

Robert Rogers, Colonial Frontiersman, ANS, 1778 

Robert Rogers (1731-1795). Colonial frontiersman and soldier who fought for the British in the French & Indian Wars and the American Revolution; founder and commander of Rogers' Rangers, a highly effective militia in the French & Indian Wars, which produced several important leaders in the Continental Army who fought against their former commander. ANS, 1p on laid paper, 8.25 x 6.5 in., August 20, 1778, at Middleton, addressed to William Arnold, Inn Holder, of Greenwich (RI), asking him to retrieve clothing and wafers from a box stored in the inn's cave and to forward the items to Mr. Gideon Mumford who will deliver them. 

Condition

Scattered stains and soiling, with minor holes along the folds.

Estimate $1,000 - $1,500
Starting Bid $500
Us Auction
Jun 21, 2012
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Cowan's Auctions, Inc.

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