Marschalk, Joseph (fl. 1778) to Abraham Lewis
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01450.412.11 Author/Creator: Marschalk, Joseph (fl. 1778) Place Written: Fishkill, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 22 August 1778 Pagination: 1 p. : address : docket ; 24 x 18.5 cm. Order a Copy
Saw Frederick Fine, a block maker, and says Fine would appreciate a letter from Lewis.
Abraham Lewis was the captain of "Lady Washington" a row galley on the Hudson river. The row galleys served as part of a blockade of the Hudson river against the British.
Joseph Marschalk was a forage master during the American Revolution.
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