A History of the Equestrian Statue of Israel Putnam, at Brooklyn, Conn. Reported to the General Assembly, 1889.
Hartford Conn: Lockwood & Brainard Co, 1888. First printing. Paperback. Israel Putnam [1718 – 1790], "Old Put", was an American military officer and landowner who fought with distinction at the Battle of Bunker Hill during the American Revolutionary War (1775–1783) and also served as an officer with Rogers' Rangers during the French and Indian War (1754–1763). wikipedia dot com His courage in the face of battle and popularity with his men made him a celebrated General. This statue was erected in his honor, after his gravestone was harmed by souvenir hunters.
8vo. 64pp, 2 illustrations. Red stiff paper wrappers, title on the cover, portrait on the back cover. Spine edge rubbed. OCLC: 10437038. Very good overall. Item #27878
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