Ruddock, John (fl. 1779-1796) [Certifies that Jedidiah Waterman served as conductor of military stores from 1 June 1779- 1 April 1781]
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.00931 Author/Creator: Ruddock, John (fl. 1779-1796) Place Written: Fishkill, New York Type: Autograph document signed Date: 1 April 1781 Pagination: 2 p. : docket ; 14.9 x 22.5 cm. Order a Copy
Ruddock, Deputy Commissary of Military Stores at Fishkill, attests that Waterman served with "fidelity." Samuel Shaw, Knox's aide, signs a note on verso confirming that Waterman is entitled to his pay. Shaw signs 13 February 1783 at West Point on behalf of General Henry Knox.
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