Washington, George, 1732-1799 to Henry Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.09395 Author/Creator: Washington, George, 1732-1799 Place Written: Rocky Hill, New Jersey Type: Manuscript letter signed Date: 2 November 1783 Pagination: 3 p. : docket ; Height: 33.5 cm, Width: 20.9 cm Order a Copy
Notes that a previous reply he had written to Knox was stolen from the post office, along with other copies of letters sent to Colonel Varick (Richard Varick was Washington's recording secretary). Discusses military specifics regarding the soldiers in charge of providing wood for the garrison, the retirement of officers, and the provision of winter clothing for the troops. Relates that Sir Guy Carleton, Commander in Chief of British forces, informed him through a Mr. Parker of his intention to evacuate New York City in November. Instructs Knox to confer with New York Governor George Clinton to prepare for taking immediate possession of the City. Mentions Mr. Daniel Parker (an intermediary between Washington and Carleton). Docketed in Knox's hand.
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