The Rev. Thomas Allen (1743-1810) was a minister at Pittsfield, Massachusetts and a soldier during the American Revolution. He fought in the Battle of Bennington and also served as chaplain in other battles. This letter from 1793 concerns what is called “Brown’s Bible” – an edition of the Bible printed in New York.
I do hereby certify that I have accounted for all the numbers of Brown’s Bible & that I have more of them on hand except those which I have received by order of the [Hon]
Count of Channing.
Thomas Allen
Sworn this 10th Day
of Dec. 1793 before me
John Ray McKee
Still looking for answers? Visit our FAQ page
Categories: Historical Documents |
Topic : Bibles & Religion, Military
More Resources
Hiroshima, Obama, and American Morals
America has long been a primary defender of the unalienable right to life. But should America's moral authority be called into question because President Truman chose to drop the atomic bomb on Japan? Reexamining the evidence might surprise you.
Christians and Voting 2024
Election Survey Information Noted pollster George Barna conducted a study to determine Christians’ interest levels and viewpoints in the upcoming 2024 election: “A Pre-Election Survey of Self-Identified Christians Who Regularly Attend Church Services, Examining Attitudes and Behaviors Related to the 2024 Election and Church Engagement in the Election Process.” He interviewed 2,000 church-going, self-identified Christians. […]
First Prayer in Congress
On September 5, 1774, the First Continental Congress met at Carpenters’ Hall in Philadelphia. Among the delegates who attended were George Washington, Patrick Henry, Samuel Adams, John Adams, John Jay, and many other notables.1 This meeting was important since it was the first time the colonies united on a large scale (though one colony was not represented), […]
Know the Truth and Protect Your Freedoms.
Still looking for answers? Visit our FAQ page
Stay Informed with the Latest Resources
Enter your email address to receive our regular newsletter, with important information and updates right in your inbox!
