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    United States. Continental Congress

    19 cm x 13.1 cm

    Philadelphia: printed by William and Thomas Bradford, 1775
    This copy has the signature of William Tudor on page 1 (the title page), and has the signatures of Col. William Prescott's regiment on three pages that comprise an appendix (pages 17-19).


    This broadside outlines the rules for the administration of the newly created Continental Army under Commander George Washington. Included are specific regulations for uniforms, rations, wages, munitions, and personnel, as well as designated responsibilties and allowances for officers.