June 7, 1782
Marion, Francis, 1732-1795
Autograph letter signed
Title: to William Richardson
Written to Richardson at High Hills of Santee, South Carolina. States he has heard that some troublesome people are plundering the inhabitants of the neighborhood and that they have no ammunition to fight back. Requests Richardson deliver to General Joseph Hill 12 pounds of gun powder and a proportionate amount of lead. Indicates that he is going to join General Nathanael Greene. Note on p. 4 signed by Elliott Holladay certifies that on 18 July 1782, 12 pounds of gun powder and 26 1/2 pounds of lead were received from Richardson by order of Captain Joseph Hill. Marion was an American…
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