Letter, Lewis Blanchard, Montreal, Lower Canada, to Abel Blanchard, Peacham, Vermont, 6 May 1812
File — Box: 1, Folder: 9
Identifier: MSN/EA 5031-9
Letter, Lewis Blanchard, Montreal, Lower Canada, to Abel Blanchard, Peacham, Vermont, Page 1
Letter, Lewis Blanchard, Montreal, Lower Canada, to Abel Blanchard, Peacham, Vermont, Page 2
Letter, Lewis Blanchard, Montreal, Lower Canada, to Abel Blanchard, Peacham, Vermont, Page 3
Letter, Lewis Blanchard, Montreal, Lower Canada, to Abel Blanchard, Peacham, Vermont, Address Leaf
Scope and Contents
Lewis speaks of the raising of a regiment of Canadian militia, with an eye to possible war with the United States. Notes the terms of enlistment, and the large number of Americans who have volunteered (including an acquaintance, John Guy). Plans to spend the summer in Montreal; the harsh winter there, and commentary on prices.
Dates
- Creation: 6 May 1812
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Language of Materials
English
Physical Description
3 pages on 1 folded sheet, with integral address leaf.
- Letter, Lewis Blanchard, Montreal, Lower Canada, to Abel Blanchard, Peacham, Vermont, Page 1
- Letter, Lewis Blanchard, Montreal, Lower Canada, to Abel Blanchard, Peacham, Vermont, Page 2
- Letter, Lewis Blanchard, Montreal, Lower Canada, to Abel Blanchard, Peacham, Vermont, Page 3
- Letter, Lewis Blanchard, Montreal, Lower Canada, to Abel Blanchard, Peacham, Vermont, Address Leaf
Repository Details
Part of the University of Notre Dame Rare Books & Special Collections Repository