Washington, George, 1732-1799 to Alexander McDougall and and Henry Knox

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GLC#
GLC02380
Type
Letters
Date
3 September 1782
Author/Creator
Washington, George, 1732-1799
Title
to Alexander McDougall and and Henry Knox
Place Written
Newburgh, New York
Pagination
2 p. : docket ; Height: 32 cm, Width: 19.8 cm
Primary time period
American Revolution, 1763-1783
Sub-Era
The War for Independence

Written jointly to General McDougall and General Henry Knox. Washington names them commissioners to meet with the commissioners of Sir Guy Carleton, the commander of British forces in America, to settle issues with prisoners of war. Mentions enclosed resolutions of Congress, which are not included here. Asks them to make their preparations early. Is waiting for letters from Congress before he gives them instructions and sets up a meeting place. Sends along report of previous commissioners to help them prepare, which are not included here. Partial tears in document where folds are. Folio pages are separated.

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