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Washington, George, 1732-1799 to Henry Knox

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.09346 Author/Creator: Washington, George, 1732-1799 Place Written: s.l. Type: Manuscript letter Date: February 29, 1792 Pagination: 1 p. : Height: 29.5 cm, Width: 20.5 cm Order a Copy

Later copy of a letter from Washington to Knox, discussing the case of General St. Clair (possibly Arthur St. Clair), noting that he wishes to answer St. Clair's letters with a reply that can be published. Comments that saying neither too much nor too little with be difficult concerning St. Claire's case. Copy made 8 February 1854. Original of this letter is GLC02437.09425.

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

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