Washington, George (1732-1799) to John Sullivan
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01830 Author/Creator: Washington, George (1732-1799) Place Written: West Point, New York Type: Letter signed Date: 17 November 1779 Pagination: 2 p. ; 19 x 16 cm. Order a Copy
Informs Sullivan that Greene has prepared winter quarters for those of his men commanded by Clinton and Hand. Written in McHenry's hand. Written from "Head Quarters."
General John Sullivan served under General Washington's command in the American Revolution. In the summer of 1779 he was sent with a large force to attack the Iroquois nation, and destroyed most of their villages in upper New York.
James McHenry was General Washington's secretary during the American Revolution.
General James Clinton served under Sullivan during his campaign against the Iroquois.
General Edward Hand served under Sullivan during his campaign against the Iroquois.
General Nathanael Greene was a great officer and tactician, who also served as quartermaster general of the army from 1778-1780.
Signer of the U.S. Constitution.
Head Quarters West
- point 17th Nov. 1779
Dr: Sir
Provided Gen: Greene may have occasion for any parties to assist in making the necessary arrangements for our winter quarters. You will be pleased to give orders for such a number from General Clinton and Hand[']s brigades, as he may apply for. Or should General Greene find any advantage from these two Bri[2]gades moving to the ground which may be allotted for their quarters, you will give them instructions for this purpose.
I am Dr Sir
Your most hble Sert.
Go: Washington
Major Gen: Sullivan
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