Washington, George, 1732-1799 to John Franklin
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC08229 Author/Creator: Washington, George, 1732-1799 Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: January 10, 1781 Pagination: Order a Copy
Acknowledgement of Franklin's acceptance of the agency of British prisoners and his intention to contact Sir Henry Clinton to make sure that he makes no objection to Franklin's returning to New York.
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