Account for enlisting recruits : Military document 1759/04/29-1759/05/04.

Author
Jameson, David [Browse]
Format
Book
Language
English
Published/​Created
1759
Description
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Compiled/​Created
1759/04/29-1759/05/04.
Summary note
Description: Lists expenses paid for various aspects of enlistment.
Notes
  • James Burd (1726-1793) was well-known in colonial Pennsylvania through his role in the French and Indian War, as well as his connections to many of the colony's leading families (most notably the Shippen family). Initially starting out as a merchant in Philadelphia, Burd became increasingly involved with colonial affairs after moving to Lancaster County with his family in 1752. It would be on the frontier where Burd would make his mark first as a soldier, and later as a magistrate. The Burd-Shippen Papers consist mainly of letters and business documents sent to James Burd, with the bulk of the collection relating to the French and Indian War, 1754-1763, in which Burd served as an officer commanding troops at Fort Augusta and elsewhere. The 2.5 linear feet in the collection reflects all aspects of Burd's life in Pennsylvania as a merchant, soldier, and magistrate; as well as his involvement with the Shippen family professionally and personally. Intermixed with items sent to Burd are receipts to his wife Sarah Shippen Burd, and correspondence between Edward Shippen and James Hamilton regarding land matters and Indian affairs in Lancaster.
  • AMDigital Reference: Mss.B.B892.
Original version
Reproduction of: Account for enlisting recruits 29 Apr-4 May 1759.
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American Philosophical Society
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