Lamb, John (1735-1800) to Henry Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.01132 Author/Creator: Lamb, John (1735-1800) Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 14 August 1781 Pagination: 1 p. ; 18.7 x 15.8 cm. Order a Copy
Written by Colonel Lamb to Brigadier General Knox. Accuses Colonel John Crane of defrauding solders under his command of their pay. Says many of the Crane's officers have accused him of these crimes. Says Lieutenant Colonel Stevens has publicly accused him and informed Crane of the names of other officers. Refuses to do duty with Crane until he exonerates himself from the charge. Says Crane needs to "appear before the world" and deny the charges.
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