Walker, John, 1744-1809 to George Weedon

Online access and copy requests are not available for this item. You may request to be notified of when this becomes available digitally.

Notify me when this becomes available

GLC#
GLC06500.03-View header record
Type
Letters
Date
25 July 1780
Author/Creator
Walker, John, 1744-1809
Title
to George Weedon
Place Written
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Pagination
4 p. : docket ; Height: 21.5 cm, Width: 17 cm
Primary time period
American Revolution, 1763-1783
Sub-Era
The War for Independence

George Washington is to be obeyed by the French troops as "Marshall of France," and American troops are to have command over French troops of equal rank. Discusses the size and movements of the French and British fleets. Also mentions General Anthony Wayne's failed attack at Bergen, "the Torries in Carolina," and the need for the Americans to be more aggressive.

Citation Guidelines for Online Resources