Washington, George, 1732-1799 to Alexander McDougall
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01106 Author/Creator: Washington, George, 1732-1799 Place Written: Rocky Hill, New Jersey Type: Letter signed Date: October 15, 1783 Pagination: 1 p. ; 22.6 x 18.7 cm. Order a Copy
Written by Washington as commander of the Continental Army to Major General McDougall. References McDougall's letter of 5 October 1783. Authorizes McDougall to visit New York on business. Says he has tried to discourage American troops from visiting New York City, which was still occupied by the British, for trifling reasons.
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