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'The London Chronicle'' edition dated 24 March 1778. Article on page two refers to the decisive Battle of Saratoga, ''...The Congress of America...ordered their thanks to Gen. Gates, and a medal of gold to be presented to him; also an elegant sword to be presented to...Commodore Hazelwood, for their successful efforts in support of the independency of America...'' Newspaper runs 8pp. and measures 8.25'' x 11.25''. Binding loose as result of removal of this edition from larger volume, otherwise near fine.
1778 London Chronicle Regarding the Battle of Saratoga & the American Revolution
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