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William Henry, Sr.

 Series
Accession: 1209Identifier: 1209-III.

Part of collection: Henry family papers (1209)

Dates

  • From the Collection: Creation: 1758-1909

Scope and Contents

This series holds William Henry's Revolutionary War papers, when he served as Assistant Commissary General and also Superintendent of Arms and Accoutrements, a position in which he established workshops in various parts of Pennsylvania and directed the making of boots, shoes, hats and firearms. The records include correspondence, accounts, and receipts concerning weapons, shoes, leather, tallow, clothing and recruits.

Extent

From the Collection: 12 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Additional Description

Access to Collection

No restrictions on access; this collection is open for research.

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Repository Details

Repository Details

Part of the Manuscripts and Archives Repository

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