Washington, George, 1732-1799 to Henry Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.09399 Author/Creator: Washington, George, 1732-1799 Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 5 September 1781 Pagination: 1 p. : address : docket ; 22.4 x 18.5 cm. Order a Copy
Transmits a box and map (not included), asking Knox to commit them to a person in whom he can confide. Notes that Knox should go by water to Christiana (possibly Delaware). Gives his compliments to Knox's wife, Lucy, hoping that she will spend some time at Mount Vernon. Docketed in Knox's hand.
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