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NYM(G.783.003
27 Jan 1783:32 (1632)
On Tuesday the 21st inst. was drawn up, at Flat-Bush, on the
green in front of Colonel Axtell's house, the regiment of
Waldeck, for the purpose of consecrating the colours; at
which were present his Excellency Lieutenant General
Campbell, commanding on the island, and Major General
Hackenberg, commanding the Hessian troops on the island,
with their respective suites. . . [7 lines describing
solemnities, march, etc.] A most splendid dinner was given
by Col. de Hoorn, to the generals, the officers of the
regiment, and the principal ladies and gentlemen of the
village--The evening concluded with a splendid ball and
elegant supper. . . [7 more lines in summary]
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