Grayson, William (1736-1790) to George Weedon
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06497 Author/Creator: Grayson, William (1736-1790) Place Written: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Type: Letter signed Date: 26 June 1780 Pagination: 3 p. : docket ; 22 x 18.2 cm. Order a Copy
Discusses General Weedon being recalled to military service by the Continental Congress, claiming that "you must look upon a call at this particular Crisis, as a very decided testimonial of the good opinion of Congress." Agrees with Weedon's ideas about recruitment. Suggests that "The rejection of the resolution of Congress respecting finance was a fatal stab to the independence of America." Criticizes the Virginia policies that limited much needed resources. Indicates "that the Enemy have got stung in the Jerseys." Notes French and Spanish mobilizations. A postscript reports that the British have moved Northward, giving Weedon time to prepare in North Carolina.
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