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Lucy Vilas diary

 Collection
Identifier: 003230
Codex 003230

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Description

A diary of entries from 1812-1824, compiled and transcribed in 1828 by the author. Entries record Vilas' thoughts on sermons, deaths of family members and friends, and travel. Of note is an account of hearing the cannon fire from the battle of Plattsburgh, some 40 miles away on Lake Champlain.

Dates

  • 1828

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Unrestricted.

Conditions Governing Use

Permission from Dartmouth College required for publication or reproduction.

Extent

1 volume ; 20 cm.

Language of Materials

English

Part of the Rauner Library Archives and Manuscripts Repository

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Hanover NH 03755 USA

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