to Joseph Chew

André, John, 1751-1780 to Joseph Chew

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GLC#
GLC05533.01
Type
Letters
Date
18 June 1780
Author/Creator
André, John, 1751-1780
Title
to Joseph Chew
Place Written
s.l.
Pagination
2 p. : address ; Height: 22.3 cm, Width: 37 cm
Primary time period
American Revolution, 1763-1783
Sub-Era
The War for Independence

Reports that Benedict Arnold, "the Rebel General," is to take command in Connecticut and that he is expected to leave from West Point to go to New Haven daily. Asks Chew to send spies to watch his travels. On verso is a note dated 19 June by Chew stating that he has sent two men in the direction given by Major Andre and details what they will be paid for the service.

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