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William Alexander Collection, 1778-1813 (inclusive)

Extent:
1 box and 0.2 linear feet
Abstract:
This collection contains documents and correspodence of and about General William Alexander of the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War. This correspondence maninly concerns military tactics and includes Colonel Peabody, Alexander Hamilton, and General John Peter Muhlenburg.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

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William Churchill Houston Papers, 1731-1807 (inclusive) 1782-1793 (bulk)

Extent:
6 boxes and 4.42 linear feet
Abstract:
William Churchill Houston was a professor at the College of New Jersey (now Princeton University), a lawyer, and a statesman. He was a New Jersey delegate to the Continental Convention and the Continental Congress. The collection documents his legal career and his tenure as receiver for Continental taxes in New Jersey.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]