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Washington, George, 1732-1799 to William Alexander re: use of terror tactics

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05286 Author/Creator: Washington, George, 1732-1799 Place Written: Headquarters Type: Letter signed Date: 1777/12/28 Pagination: 1 p. : docket Height: 32 cm, Width: 20 cm Order a Copy

To "Lord" Stirling. Use of terror tactics against those "furnishing the enemy with provisions."

Washington, George, 1732-1799

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