The History of Georgia: Containing Brief Sketches of the Most Remarkable Events, Up to the Present Day, Volume 2Seymour & Williams, 1816 - Georgia |
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... abatis in front , on the main land at the ferry , and placed a garrison of eight hundred men to defend it , under lieutenant- colonel Maitland . In the event of its being at tacked , the main encampment was sufficiently near to afford ...
... abatis in front , on the main land at the ferry , and placed a garrison of eight hundred men to defend it , under lieutenant- colonel Maitland . In the event of its being at tacked , the main encampment was sufficiently near to afford ...
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... abatis the first fire was well directed , and several of the British fell from their horses ; captain Muller or- dered his men to dismount and form ; but under the circumstances of a galling fire , they were una- ble to effect it ...
... abatis the first fire was well directed , and several of the British fell from their horses ; captain Muller or- dered his men to dismount and form ; but under the circumstances of a galling fire , they were una- ble to effect it ...
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... abatis in front , and mounted with seventy - six pieces of cannon ; of six , nine , twelve , and eighteen pounds calibre . The guns and batteries were manned by the seamen from the ships of war , transports , and merchant vessels , in ...
... abatis in front , and mounted with seventy - six pieces of cannon ; of six , nine , twelve , and eighteen pounds calibre . The guns and batteries were manned by the seamen from the ships of war , transports , and merchant vessels , in ...
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... abatis strengthened . On the 12th , in the evening , some small French vessels passed the bars into Oseba and Warsaw sounds , and landed some troops at Beau- lieu and Thunderbolt , without opposition : the 13th , 14th , and 15th were ...
... abatis strengthened . On the 12th , in the evening , some small French vessels passed the bars into Oseba and Warsaw sounds , and landed some troops at Beau- lieu and Thunderbolt , without opposition : the 13th , 14th , and 15th were ...
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... abatis . About nine o'clock , major Graham with one hundred British troops , made a sortie , and for a few minutes had possession of one of the saps , Two columns of the French advanced and at- tempted to gain Graham's rear , who did ...
... abatis . About nine o'clock , major Graham with one hundred British troops , made a sortie , and for a few minutes had possession of one of the saps , Two columns of the French advanced and at- tempted to gain Graham's rear , who did ...
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Page 17 - An Act for the impartial administration of justice, in the cases of persons questioned for any act done by them in the execution of the law, or for the suppression of riots and tumults, in the Province of the Massachusetts Bay, in New England.
Page 250 - Majesty the King of France; which I had just delayed to answer till I had shown it to the King's civil governor. I hope your Excellency will have a better opinion of me, and of British, troops, than to think either will surrender on general summons, "without any specific terms.
Page 275 - I have got my furlough. That sword was presented to me by governor Rutledge, for my services in the defence of fort Moultrie — give it to my father, and tell him I have worn it with honor. If he should weep, tell him his son died in the hope of a better life. Tell Mrs. Elliot that I lost my life in supporting the colors which she presented to our regiment.
Page 92 - ... and whereas no answer whatever, to the humble petitions of the colonies, for redress of grievances and reconciliation with Great Britain has been or is likely to be given, but the whole force of that kingdom aided by foreign mercenaries is to be exerted for the destruction of the good people of these colonies...
Page 92 - That it be recommended to the respective assemblies and conventions of the united colonies, where no government sufficient to the exigencies of their affairs has been hitherto established to adopt such government as shall, in the opinion of the representatives of the people, best conduce to the happiness and safety of their constituents in particular, and America in general.
Page 274 - Within two miles of Savannah, about thirty yards from the main road, is a spring of fine water, surrounded by a deep and thick underwood, where travellers often halt to refresh themselves with a cool draught from this pure fountain.
Page 28 - America, and to deliberate and determine upon wise and proper measures, to be by them recommended to all the colonies, for the recovery and establishment of their just rights and liberties, civil and religious, and the restoration of union and harmony between Great Britain and the colonies, most ardently desired by all good men: Therefore, resolved, that the Hon.
Page 15 - The critical situation to which the British colonies in America, are likely to be reduced, from the alarming and arbitrary impositions of the late acts of the British parliament respecting the town of Boston, as well as the acts that at present extend to the raising of a perpetual revenue, without the consent of the people or their representatives...
Page 272 - ... was procured. The subsequent activity and enterprise of this patriot, induced colonel Moultrie to give him a sort of roving commission, to go and come at pleasure, confident that he was always usefully employed. He was privileged to select such men from the regiment as he should choose to accompany him in his enterprises. His parties consisted generally of five or six, and he often returned with prisoners before Moultrie was apprised of his absence.
Page 252 - ... the truce you ask. It shall continue till the signal for retreat to-morrow night, the 17th, which will serve also to announce the recommencement of hostilities. It is unnecessary to observe to your Excellency, that this suspension of arms is entirely in your favour, since I cannot be certain that you will not make use of it to fortify yourself, at the same time that the propositions you shall make may be inadmissible.