Lot 790
1777 Revolutionary War Resolution Manuscript Document. Manuscript document, being a resolution from the Connecticut state assembly for the establishment of two battalions of militia to protect the coast and frontiers of the state from the British, 2pp (recto/verso) 8 x 6 in., May 1777. In part: "Resolved by this Assembly that for the more effectual defense of this state on the Sea Coast & Frontiers and to prevent Invasions and Depredations of the Enemy there be forthwith raised two Battalions to Consist of 728 men in each Battallion including officers; in which two Battallions shall be computed the troops that are already ordered to be raised and stationed in the service until the first day of January next…That all noncommissioned Officers and Soldiers who shall Inlist into either of said Battallions by the 15th Day of July next shall be allowed and paid a Premium of Six Pounds L(egal) money, they Providing themselves with good and Sufficient arms, accoutrements, Blankits and Knapsacks; and such non-Commissioned officers and soldiers shall have the same wages and allowances for subsistence as by Congress allowed to the Continental Amy…." Very good; some chipping to the bottom, not affecting the writing, and a center fold separation at the bottom.
Estimated Value $1,250 - 1,550.
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