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Re: Plattsburgh Commemorative Rifles
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David Palmquist <[log in to unmask]>
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A LISTSERV list for discussions pertaining to New York State history." <[log in to unmask]>
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Thu, 9 Sep 1999 10:52:07 -0400
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The State Board of Regents recently chartered the Battle of Plattsburgh Association.  Contact Larry Kudrle, 51 The Ninety Road, Morrisonville NY 12901, phone 518-561-3700.  The Association plans to open a Battle of Plattsburgh Interpretive Center in part of the former air base.

David W. Palmquist
New York State Museum
Albany NY
518-473-3131

>>> "Furness, Greg [SAR]" <[log in to unmask]> 09/09 10:02 AM >>>
By a joint resolution of the House and Senate, May 20, 1826, delivery of
rifles was authorized to the members of Aiken's Company of Volunteers
for distinguished service at the Battle of Plattsburgh, 1814. These were
Hall model breach-loaders, with a commemorative, engraved brass plate in
the stock. Apparently 19 or 20 were originally made.

I am trying to track down any surviving examples of these rifles, so
that I may contact the owners/institituions to arrange for photographs.

Any assistance, suggestions, etc. appreciated!

Thanks-

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