Enlistment form, 1779 June 9
Item — Box: 6, Folder: 1779.06.09
Identifier: RM-1082; MS-5738
Scope and Contents
D. 3 pages. Enlistment form. Descriptive list of 100 recruits from Massachusetts Bay enrolled in Continental Army for nine months. It lists hometown, country, age, stature, complexion, and time of arrival. Two men stand out: Charles Ralf, an Indian and Cato Brewer, a "Negro".
Dates
- 1779 June 9
Conditions Governing Access
This collection is open for research during scheduled appointments. Researchers must complete the Washington Library’s Special Collections and Archives Registration Form before access is provided. The library reserves the right to restrict access to certain items for preservation purposes.
Extent
From the Collection: approx. 60 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
English
- Military records Subject Source: Art & Architecture Thesaurus
- United States -- History -- Revolution, 1775-1783 Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
- United States. Continental Army -- Recruiting, enlistment, etc. Subject Source: Library Of Congress Subject Headings
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections at The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon Repository
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Mount Vernon VA 22121
703-799-3600
