Knox, Henry (1750-1806) to George Washington
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.02148 Author/Creator: Knox, Henry (1750-1806) Place Written: West Point, New York Type: Autograph letter Date: 6 June 1783 Pagination: 1 p. : docket ; 34.4 x 21.3 cm. Order a Copy
Praises the bravery and character of Sergeant Major [Enos J.] Prindle of Colonel Lamb's regiment.
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Westpoint 6th June 1783.
Sir
I have the honor forward to your Excellency the enclosed papers relative to the cool Intrepidity of Serjeant Major Prindle of Colonel Lambs regiment upon a a very trying exigence. His General character is exceptionable, and he will I am persuaded bear well any distinction your Excellency may think proper to honor him with
I am with great Respect
Your Excellencys
Most Obedient Servt.
His Excelly General Washington
[docket]
To
His Exly Gen Washington
6 June 1783
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