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The first autobiography printed by an African in Britain and the first known slave narrative, this text recounts the life of Ukawsaw Gronniosaw beginning with his capture and sale into slavery.

Last will and testament of Alexander Petrie

A short obituary for Alexander Petrie, a Silver-Smith in Charleston, in 1768

A layout of the city plan of Albany, particularly including military fortifications. Includes a map of Albany's central fort, Fort Frederick.

Map of Newport, RI published in September of 1777.

At the Edenton Tea Party, fifty-one women, largely of North Carolinian, upper-class backgrounds, signed a declaration supporting the non-importation of tea. The Edenton women attempted to replicate the 1773 Boston Tea Party, but were largely ignored…

LC Maps of North America, 1750-1789,

In this letter, Admiral Rodney expresses his concerns regarding the Free Port Act. He contends that it enriches the French and the Spanish while hurting British commerce.

Advertisement for Bristol Porcelain to be sold at auction by Mssrs. Christie and Ansell.