Wayne, Anthony, 1745-1796 to Elliott and Williams
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02397 Author/Creator: Wayne, Anthony, 1745-1796 Place Written: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1792/11/18 Pagination: 2 p. : docket ; 34 x 21 cm. Order a Copy
Explains that while he had suggested a certain level of meat rations for the recipients troops, the Secretary of War has chosen a different amount. Though he disagrees with the Secretary, he advises the recipients to follow this higher authority. These orders are part of the planning for battle against the Indians.
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