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Washington, George, 1732-1799 to Henry Knox

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.09378 Author/Creator: Washington, George, 1732-1799 Place Written: Rocky Hill, New Jersey Type: Manuscript letter signed Date: 5 September 1782 Pagination: 1 p. : docket Height: 29.5 cm, Width: 17.5 cm Order a Copy

Wondering if armourers and materials can be sent from West Point to Washington's camp to repair damaged heavy Arms. Washington's forces lack the men, forges, and supplies to repair these Arms. Written at "Head Quarters." Docketed by Samuel Shaw, Knox's aide.

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

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