Mifflin, Thomas, 1744-1800 to Henry Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.02998 Author/Creator: Mifflin, Thomas, 1744-1800 Place Written: Annapolis, Maryland Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 15 May 1784 Pagination: 1 p. : Height: 32 cm, Width: 19.7 cm Order a Copy
Mifflin, President of Congress, encloses an Act of Congress directing Knox to ascertain from the British Commander in Chief of North America precisely when the British will leave their posts within the boundaries of the United States (possibly refers to Frederick Haldimand; see GLC02437.03019). Also asks that Knox arrange for cannon and stores at the posts to be delivered to West Point or another convenient location. Original of GLC02437.02999.
Signer of the U.S. Constitution.
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