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Steeped in the classical, republican tradition, warren was a strong proponent of the american revolution. They were become poor from the loss of trade, the neglect of their usual occupations, and the drains from every quarter for the support of a long and expensive war. Publication date 1805 topics united states history revolution, 17751783 publisher boston. History of the rise, progress, and termination of the american revolution 1805 by mercy otis warren. History of the rise, progress, and termination of the american revolution 5 editions by mercy otis warren go to the editions section to read or download ebooks. The rise, progress and termination of the american revolution by mrs. History of the rise, progress, and termination of the american revolution is a book by mercy otis warren. Interspersed with biographical, political and moral observations, volume 1 by mercy otis warren 0.
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