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The American Revolution: Writings from the War of Independence
Rhodehamel, John H. (editor) selected the contents & wrote the notes for this volume
Language: English
Published by Library of America, New York 2001
Series: Library of America: The American Revolution Collection, Book 3 of 3. Book 3 of 3 - Library of America: The American Revolution Collection
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