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New York: New York Times and Arno Press, 1971. Reprint. Hardcover. Fine. Hardcover. 140 pp. with index. Illustrations Facsimile reissue of the original 1879 edition. Near fine, owner's blindstamp on the half title, small address notation front free endpaper. Issued without dust jacket. Capt. William Glanville Evelyn, born 1742 in Ireland to English parents, was posted to America during the period just prior to the outbreak of the American Revolution, joining the British forces occupying Boston. He particpated in the events at Lexington and Concord in April, 1775, removed to New York with Howe and died in November, 1776 as a result of wounds received near White Plains. This collection consists of 16 letters written by Glanville to his father and uncle.