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Washington, George, 1732-1799 to Henry Knox

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.09424 Author/Creator: Washington, George, 1732-1799 Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 22 January 1792 Pagination: 1 p. : address : docket ; 22.5 x 18.6 cm. Order a Copy

Instructs Knox not to disclose information regarding the nomination of General Officers and a bill that has not yet passed. Docketed in Knox's hand.

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

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