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The Confessional Presbyterian Archive is a curated digital library dedicated to preserving and promoting the writings of 17th–20th century Presbyterian pastors, teachers, and leaders. Featuring thousands of searchable texts, biographies, and historical resources, the archive provides direct access to the primary-source materials of American Presbyterianism.
Six Political Discourses Founded on the Scripture
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Political sermons invoking Scripture to denounce tyranny as 'the way of Cain', indict British oppression in America, and urge justice for suffering prisoners and the cause of liberty.
An Eulogium of the Brave Men Who Have Fallen in the Contest with Great-Britain
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1779 eulogy by Hugh H. Brackenridge honoring Americans who fell fighting Great Britain. Praises their bravery and love of liberty, lists battles, and comforts the bereaved.
Narratives of a Late Expedition Against the Indians; With an Account of the Barbarous Execution of Col. Crawford
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Two 1782 first-person narratives of a western expedition against Native Americans: Col. Crawford's capture and brutal execution, and Dr. Knight & John Slover's captivity and escape.
Oration on the Celebration of the Anniversary of Independence
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Oration (July 4, 1793) lauds American independence, celebrates liberty, and urges sympathy for revolutionary France. Defends public enthusiasm and considers possible aid to France.
Incidents of the Insurrection in the Western Parts of Pennsylvania, in the Year 1794
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First‑hand account of the 1794 Western Pennsylvania insurrection (Whiskey Rebellion): clashes over excise enforcement, militia response, burned houses, and legal debate on authority.
July 31, 1798 Letter to a Director of the London Missionary Society (1799)
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Ashbel Green reports on missionary efforts and the disruption caused by yellow fever in Philadelphia. He encourages evangelistic work at home and abroad and notes missions to the Chickasaw.
September 20, 1746 Letter to William Bradford
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Record header from Yale’s Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library showing an address leaf and PDF page headers (3 pages).
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