Nelson, Thomas Jr., 1738-1789 to John Page
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02540 Author/Creator: Nelson, Thomas Jr., 1738-1789 Place Written: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 3 September 1776 Pagination: 3 p. ; 20.7 x 16.5 cm. Order a Copy
Discusses the American defeat at the Battle of Long Island and their retreat. Thinks the British will quit New York City very shortly. Reports that Brigadier General Lord Sterling and General Sullivan have been taken prisoner along with other valuable field officers. Adds that the Americans' 2400 troops bravely and successfully forced their way through enemy lines and kept the enemy's 10,000 soldiers at bay. Feels that the Americans must give up their islands until they build a marine power strong enough to defend them.
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