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MG-A(G.781.015
15 Nov 1781:22 (1818)
Philadelphia, Nov. 7. On Saturday last was brought to this
city, and laid at Congress's feet, amid the acclamation of
thousands, the colours of the British southern army, late
commanded by Lieutenant General Cornwallis, in the following
order, by the gentlemen who compose the corps of militia
horse, who went to the common for that purpose. 1. Music.
2. An advanced party of light dragoons. 3. The colours of
the United States of America and the French nation,
displayed. 4. Twenty four British and German standards,
also displayed. 5. Another party of horse closed the ever
memorable procession.
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