17 August 1777

Foy, Edward, fl. 1777

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Kingston

Written by Captain Foy as Adjunct General in Canada to Kingston as an officer on the staff of General John Burgoyne in New York. Says clothing has been ordered up to Fort Ticonderoga. Said he would have sent it up with the additional companies when they left, but his letter arrived too late. Additional recruits have arrived and he will send it with them to assure the clothing's safety. Mentions some confusion over copies of dispatches. Transmits certificates from commanding officers of various officers confirming arrival of recruits. Also sends memorials (not included here) presented to…

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