12 December 1786
Moore, William, 1752-1819
Autograph letter signed
Title: to Henry Knox
Gratefully acknowledges Knox's support for his cause; this support induces him to include an extract of a letter from Captain [possibly Constant] Freeman which he just received. Had been hoping for an appointment from the state of Massachusetts but now has "the mortifying information of my being neglected." If his conduct as an officer during the war had caused censure from his commanding officers, he would not have looked for another appointment, "but conscious of ever endeavoring to merit their Esteem, by acting, as far as my abilities would admit, consistent with the Character of a…
GLC02437.03373
