Citation - Pennsylvania Journal: 1765.08.01

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Index Entry Drum, in America, beat summons militia of colonies, in English pamplet 
Location America 
Citation
PJ.765.020
1 Aug 1765:12 (1182)
From the London Chronicle, for April 4.  Extract from a
pamphlet entitled The Mutual Interest of Great Britain and
the American Colonies. . . [long article, with following
reference near bottom of second column:]
. . . not only so, but to lay heavy duties on merchandize,
for the support of such troops, particularly in a country
where every man, by beat of drum, is obliged to be under
arms; for all the colonies are formed in a regular and well
disciplined militia; and they are so sensible of their
strength and numbers, that they would be extremely glad to
see those red coats embark for England . . .


Generic Title Pennsylvania Journal 
Date 1765.08.01 
Publisher Bradford, William 
City, State Philadelphia, PA 
Year 1765 
Bibliography B0038747
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