McDougall, Alexander, 1732-1786

Alexander McDougall Politician, privateer and Continental Army general

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Alexander McDougall papers
A letter to the celebrated patriot of New-York.
To the supporters and defenders of American freedom and independence, in the state of New-York, 1778
Whereas, many persons, at and below the White-Plains, in the county of West-Chester, by reason of the ravages of the enemy are greatly distressed for want of provision to support their families : ... I do hereby authorize ... permission to any person or persons ... to carry or drive to their respective dwellings, the necessary provisions for their families ...