Nicolas, Lewis, 1717-1807 to Henry Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.02026 Author/Creator: Nicolas, Lewis, 1717-1807 Place Written: Fishkill, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 24 March 1783 Pagination: 1 p. : address : docket Height: 35.1 cm, Width: 21.5 cm Order a Copy
Discusses current situation on "the Island" and his difficulty in obtaining supplies to build proper housing for himself and his family. Also writes concerning fatigue work and relief for the men. Also notes that he has enclosed his views on punishments. See GLC02437.02027 for that document.
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