Gage, Thomas (1721-1787) to Andrew Simpson
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01146 Author/Creator: Gage, Thomas (1721-1787) Place Written: London, England Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 18 April 1785 Pagination: 2 p. : address ; 23.2 x 18.7 cm. Order a Copy
Written by General Gage on the 10th anniversary of his orders which started the American Revolution to Simpson as a former Captain in the 44th Regiment of Foot. Gage is responding to a letter from Simpson. Says he remembers Peter Butler of the 44th Regiment well. Says he was sober and well behaved man and that the indiscretion that has brought distress to his old age must have come from ignorance. Says General Leslie is a friend to old soldiers and that he will offer to do something for Butler. Wishes to be remembered to Moneypenny. Says not many of their old friends are still alive. Mentions Henry and Dunbar. Says Dunbar is on half-pay and is trying to find further employment through his friends. Says Dunbar will not be able to get work in Canada because he is not on good terms with the governor. Tells Simpson he has been suffering from an illness for some time, but hopes he is recovering now. Place written is "Portland Place," which is a street in London.
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