American Historical Record, Volumen2J.E. Potter and Company, 1873 |
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... July preceding , which mand of the Northern army , by General Gates , disastrous event was charged to the want of skill and vigilance on the part of the former . He in- cessantly urged an inquiry , but it was postponed until the Autumn ...
... July preceding , which mand of the Northern army , by General Gates , disastrous event was charged to the want of skill and vigilance on the part of the former . He in- cessantly urged an inquiry , but it was postponed until the Autumn ...
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... July , it was ordered by that body -besides communicating with other counties of the State.- " That the Sheriff of Phila . read or cause to be read and proclaimed at the State House , in the city of Philadelphia , on Monday the 8th day ...
... July , it was ordered by that body -besides communicating with other counties of the State.- " That the Sheriff of Phila . read or cause to be read and proclaimed at the State House , in the city of Philadelphia , on Monday the 8th day ...
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... July , 1776 . It is generally believed that such of the Inhabitants of this Town as have relations on Staten Island or hold principles inimi- cal to the American cause have it in their power to give Intelligence to the Enemy Sir : by ...
... July , 1776 . It is generally believed that such of the Inhabitants of this Town as have relations on Staten Island or hold principles inimi- cal to the American cause have it in their power to give Intelligence to the Enemy Sir : by ...
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... July previous . ber of contributors was 156. He specially mentioned the gift by Hon . John Scott 1 This refers to a manuscript of twenty - two foolscap pages , in the French language , containing a complete narrative of an expedition ...
... July previous . ber of contributors was 156. He specially mentioned the gift by Hon . John Scott 1 This refers to a manuscript of twenty - two foolscap pages , in the French language , containing a complete narrative of an expedition ...
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... July , 1775 , by Capt . Rob- ert Niles , of Norwich . Capt . Niles was placed in command of the first commis- sioned armed vessel , the Spy , of Norwich ; though the first armed vessel taken by Connecticut , if not the first taken in ...
... July , 1775 , by Capt . Rob- ert Niles , of Norwich . Capt . Niles was placed in command of the first commis- sioned armed vessel , the Spy , of Norwich ; though the first armed vessel taken by Connecticut , if not the first taken in ...
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Página 227 - That it be recommended to the respective assemblies and conventions of the United Colonies, where no government sufficient to the exigencies of their affairs, has been hitherto established, to adopt such government as shall In the opinion of the representatives of the people, best conduce to the happiness and safety of their constituents in particular, and America in general.
Página 209 - HERE WAS BURIED THOMAS JEFFERSON, Author of the Declaration of American Independence, Of the Statute of Virginia for Religious Freedom, And Father of the University of Virginia ; because by these, as testimonials that I have lived, I wish most to be remembered.
Página 465 - Shoot, if you must, this old gray head, But spare your country's flag," she said. . A shade of sadness, a blush of shame, Over the face of the leader came; The nobler nature within him stirred To life at that woman's deed and word: "Who touches a hair of yon gray head Dies like a dog! March on!
Página 465 - In her attic window the staff she set, To show that one heart was loyal yet. Up the street came the rebel tread, Stonewall Jackson riding ahead. Under his slouched hat left and right He glanced; the old flag met his sight. "Halt!
Página 367 - ... particularly disagreeable or injurious to others; that it is liable to as few exceptions as could reasonably have been expected, we hope and believe; that it may promote the lasting welfare of that country so dear to us all, and secure her freedom and happiness, is our most ardent wish. With great respect, We have the honor to be, Sir, Your Excellency's most obedient and humble servants, GEORGE WASHINGTON, President. By unanimous Order of the Convention. His Excellency the President of Congress.
Página 227 - Constitution of the United States of America was ratified, and also all acts and parts of acts of the General Assembly of this State ratifying amendments of the said Constitution, are hereby repealed, and that the Union now subsisting between South Carolina and other States, under the name of the United States of America, is hereby dissolved.
Página 90 - No. 100, of 1863 (Instructions for the Government of the Armies of the United States in the Field), and to have been decided in favor of the permanency of these regulations.
Página 420 - If any one attempts to haul down the American flag, shoot him on the spot.
Página 160 - Leave me but a banner to plant upon the mountains of Augusta, and I will rally around me the men who will lift our bleeding country from the dust, and set her free.
Página 418 - The family vault at Mount Vernon requiring repairs, and being improperly situated besides, I desire that a new one of brick, and upon a larger scale, may be built at the foot of what is commonly called the Vineyard...