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Morris, Gouverneur, 1752-1816 to Henry Knox

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.02312 Author/Creator: Morris, Gouverneur, 1752-1816 Place Written: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 21 July 1783 Pagination: 1 p. ; 23.4 x 19.2 cm. Order a Copy

Written by Morris as Assistant Superintendent of Finance to Major General Knox. This is a letter of introduction for a Mr. Darby. Says he is a gentleman of good family and genteel accomplishments. Reports that his reputation is well recommended.

Signer of the U.S. Constitution.

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