Washington, George, 1732-1799 to Henry Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.09385 Author/Creator: Washington, George, 1732-1799 Place Written: Newburgh, New York Type: Manuscript letter signed Date: 21 April 1783 Pagination: 1 p. ; 31.7 x 20.4 cm. Order a Copy
Due to an announcement of the cessation of hostilities (between the United States and Great Britain) Washington instructs Knox to permit any citizens of New York or the United States to pass and repass his post (West Point) with vessels, boats, or water craft.
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