Lillie, John (1755-1801) [Order to issue army rations]
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.02409 Author/Creator: Lillie, John (1755-1801) Place Written: West Point, New York Type: Manuscript document signed Date: 22 August 1783 Pagination: 1 p. : docket ; 16.3 x 22.9 cm. Order a Copy
Order telling a Mr. Bell to provide 2 days of provisions for 10 men "Belonging to the Commander in Chief." The rations were for 22-23 August. A total of 30 rations were issued. Signed by Captain Lillie as an aide-de-camp to General Knox. Docket signed by Sergeant Seth Camon(?) and an F. Brandy stating the provisions were received. No place written, but assumed from Knox's location in West Point at this time.
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