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1851, 1st, COLLECTIONS HISTORICAL SOCIETY PENNSYLVANIA, CONRAD WEISER NARRATIVE

Description: Collections of the Historical Society of Pennsylvania Vol. I. No. I. - May; 1851 Philadelphia: John Penington 1851 First Edition Octavo, 72 pages, publisher's original printed wraps. Lacks rear wrap, top wrap nearly detached, previous owner's inscription, a few tears, foxing and discoloration, else in good + condition. Includes the first publication of Conrad Weiser's 'Narrative of a Journey from Tulpehocken to Onondaga in 1737,' along with other important historical information. Conrad Weiser's "Narrative of a Journey" in 1737 chronicles his diplomatic mission from Tulpehocken, Pennsylvania, to Onondaga, the central council fire of the Iroquois Confederacy. Tasked with negotiating and strengthening alliances between the Pennsylvania colony and the Iroquois, Weiser traveled through challenging terrain with Native American guides and fellow diplomats. His detailed observations provide valuable insights into the customs, governance, and daily lives of the tribes he encountered. Upon reaching Onondaga, Weiser engaged in significant discussions with Iroquois leaders, addressing land disputes, trade agreements, and mutual defense. The narrative highlights his role as a mediator and the complexities of colonial-era diplomacy, offering a rare perspective on early American interactions with Native American tribes. SABIN 60142 If you have any questions, feel free to ask, and don't forget to check out my other listings.

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Binding: Softcover, Wraps

Place of Publication: Philadelphia

Language: English

Special Attributes: 1st Edition

Region: North America

Publisher: John Penington

Topic: American (US)

Country/Region of Manufacture: United States

Subject: History

Original/Facsimile: Original

Year Printed: 1851

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