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Fitzsimons, Thomas, 1741-1811 [Notes]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.05713 Author/Creator: Fitzsimons, Thomas, 1741-1811 Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph document Date: 23 November 1792 Pagination: 2 p. : docket ; Height: 31.2 cm, Width: 20 cm Order a Copy

Copy of three different notes. The first, by Colonel Darke, discusses the condition of arms and gunpowder. The second, by Major [Gunther?] discusses the condition of equipment, arms and horses. The third, by Mr. Bines, mentions clothing and shoes for the troops. Docketed by Knox as "Notes handed me by Mr. [Thomas] Fitzsimons, 23 November 1792." Signer of the Constitution.

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