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Washington, George, 1732-1799 to Henry Knox

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.09343 Author/Creator: Washington, George, 1732-1799 Place Written: s.l. Type: Manuscript letter Date: 19 November 1790 Pagination: 2 p. : Height: 32 cm, Width: 20 cm Order a Copy

Later copy of a letter from Washington to Knox, discussing an expedition against the Wabash Indians. Expresses disappointment in General [Josiah] Harmer. Expected little from Harmer, after hearing he was a drunkard. Instructs Knox to present other important matters before Congress, as they occur to him, preceding Washington's arrival. Notes that recent heavy rains may hinder his progress to Philadelphia. Marked private at the top of page one. Copy made 3 March 1854.

Washington, George, 1732-1799
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

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