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Washington, George, 1732-1799 to Henry Knox

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.09377 Author/Creator: Washington, George, 1732-1799 Place Written: Rocky Hill, New Jersey Type: Manuscript letter signed Date: 3 September 1782 Pagination: 1 p. : docket ; 32 x 20 cm. Order a Copy

Writes regarding the release of a prisoner. Informing Knox that "As Mr. Corne was ignorant of the regulations respecting Flags, when he came out, he may be permitted to return with the other Prisoners." Written at "Head Quarters." Docketed by Samuel Shaw, Knox's aide.

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

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