William Harwood Letter, to John Page, 1775 Dec. 12
Access and use
- Location of collection:
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John D. Rockefeller, Jr. LibraryColonial Williamsburg FoundationP.O. Box 1776Williamsburg, VA 23187
- Contact for questions and access:
- POC: Douglas MayoEmail: dmayo@cwf.orgPhone: (757) 565-8521Email: speccoll@cwf.orgPhone: (757) 565-8520Fax: (757) 565-8528
Collection context
Summary
- Creator:
- William Harwood, 1768-1794.
- Language:
- English
Background
- Scope and content:
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Discusses the taking of lead casings from the window of John Page. In all, 1,297 pounds of lead were removed and melted down for the country's use.
- Biographical / historical:
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William Harwood was the son of Humphrey Harwood of Williamsburg, Va.
- Physical description:
- 1 item.