Broadside of Bunker Hill Monument Cornerstone Laying by General Lafayette, 1825
Item
Identifier: A2002-003-001
Scope and Contents
Broadside in reverse, probably a proof copy, dated June 7, 1825. It certifies that Grand Master John Abbot of Massachusetts and General Lafayette lay the corner stone to the Bunker Hill Monument in memory of those that fought for the cause of their country on June 7, 1775
Dates
- Creation: 1825
Creator
- Bunker Hill Monument Association (Organization)
Conditions Governing Access
This collection is open for research.
Conditions Governing Use
Materials in this collection may be governed by copyright. It is the responsibility of the researcher to identify and satisfy the holders of all copyrights. Please contact the Archivist regarding permission to publish material.
Biographical / Historical
Hazen Morse was a copper plate engraver.
Extent
1 item/s ; overall: 12 x 9 in.
Language of Materials
English
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Museum purchase
Subject
- Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1757-1834 (Person)
- Freemasons. Grand Lodge of Massachusetts (Organization)
- Abbot, John, 1776-1854 (Person)
- Freemasons (Blue lodge) (Organization)
Topical
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
Repository Details
Part of the Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library Repository
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Lexington MA 02421 US
(781) 457-4109