1859-Dated Pre Civil War, First Edition Book titled, “Excursion of the Putnam Phalanx to Boston, Charlestown and Providence...”, Published by the Phalanx, Hartford, Fine.
First Edition Book “Excursion of the Putnam Phalanx to Boston, Charlestown and Providence, October 4th, 5th, 6th and 7th in the Year of our Lord 1859.”, 6” x 9”, 107 pages, Hardcover with gilt lettering. This copy has some significant foxing and water staining to the top outer corners of the first forty pages and to its front cover. Book describing the trip to greater Boston taken by this Connecticut militia company. The book describes the ceremonies accompanying the visit, with speeches by various dignitaries including the governor of Rhode Island, the mayors of Boston and Charlestown and others. The book includes a couple historical addresses about the history of General Putnam's role in the Battle of Bunker Hill as well as other battles. This is a very scarce original 1st Edition book from 1859 that is only available for sale on eBay in 21st century reprints. Rarely encountered. |