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New York: The American Friends Service Committee, ca 1975. First Edition. Folded Sheet. Fine. Leaflet program on cocoa paper with bound american flag illustration. 'To stimulate discussion about amnesty among the general population and build support for an amnesty position that is morally and politically sound." Closing song, 'Collie Don't You Grieve' by Peter C. Skye; Closing Song: 'Sons Of", from Jacques Brel. Slides courtesy of AFSC National Office and the US Committee for UNICEF.

New York, 1918. First Edition. Letter. Very good. The bearer, Mr. William A. Seibert of NY City served as a private under my command in B. Co. 7th infantry NYNY. He performed all duties required of him in a faithful and soldierly manner. He was prominent in athletics in which he proved himself self confident and game. He will in my opinion prove to be fearless and reliable in the performance of any duty assigned to him. I cheerfully recommend him. W. M. Halsted, Captain. B Co. 7th. Infantry N.Y.N.Y." Seibert saw service on the border and in training camp, is documented in the 1918 7th Regiment Gazette, Volume 33. After the Civil War, the 7th Regiment continued as a unit of the New York State National Guard. Known as the Silk Stocking or Blue Bloods regiment, part of the Union Army in the Civil War, it was noted for its military efficiency as well as the social status of its members. In 1917 the regiment was called into federal service and redesignated the 107th Infantry Regiment.

United Kingdom , 1806. Letter. Very good. The additional Forces Act of July 1803 created the Army of Reserve for the defense of England against the threat from Napoleon's French Revolutionary Army. A total of 15,780 men were added to the English armed forces by this compulsory measure, creating the "Army of Reserve". The act was passed by William Pitt the Younger despite strong political opposition. "If, after the Penalties under the Additional Force Act are assessed and paid.. " "They shall provide a Man between the Age of 18 and 45, and upwards of 5 feet 2 inches in height, to inlist for Five Years or during the War and Six months after.." " to serve within the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland and within the Islands of Guernsey, Jersey, and Alderney for the defence of the same, such recruit on being approved by the receiving officer will be paid by government a BOUNTY OF TWELVE GUINEAS.."Crown watermarked paper with nail hole.

Madison : Madison Eagle Press , 1945. Paper . Fine. WWII Era Scrap Drive Flyer, 9" X 6" Metal Tin Cans Rags Rubber Paper - Metal in Particular is Vitally Needed Now, Scrap Piles are Dangerously Low

Cambridge, 1943. Letter. Very good. The American Defense, Harvard Group was organized by a small group of Harvard faculty members to alert Americans to the dangers posed by the Axis powers after the fall of France in June, 1940 and to marshal aid to American allies in Europe and Asia. After Pearl Harbor, the Group helped mobilize support for America's war effort. At its peak, its membership reached more than 1700. Perry writes, " I have no way of carrying out your suggestion regarding Stalin and Bulgaria. Perhaps the matter was talked over at the recent Moscow Conference..."

Michigan : Richard Daggett, 1968. First Edition. Staplebound. Very good. 92pp plus collage illustrated covers, stapled. Self published account of Richard Daggett, Ohio born U.S. Army Paratrooper, who served as an advisor to the South Vietnamese Army. He was 25 years old when he recounted his experiences as found here. Extensively illustrated with college and photos, some graphic.

New Haven: Thomas H. Pease, printed by Tuttle, Morehouse and Taylor , 1861. First Edition. Wraps. Good. 21p., original printed wrappers, front wrap detached. None found in trade at this time, 20 in holdings.

Boston: Printers, Greenough and Stebbins; Published at Request of the Hearers , 1812 . First Edition. Pamphlet. Good. 20p., removed. Channing, the foremost Unitarian preacher in the United states and leading theologian, known for particularly passionate and well-thought speeches. Among the chief influences on New England Transcendentalists. A good copy, removed, with wear to perimeter, foxing, and softening/fade to title page.