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George Washington to Charles Mynn Thurston, October 22, 1778
Fredericksburg [ New York ] October 22, 1778 . Regrets that Thruston must resign from Army.
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Letters from George Washington
B. 1732 · D. 1799
George Washington was a Founding Father and the first president of the United States, serving from 1789 to 1797. As commander of the Continental Army, Washington led Patriot forces to victory in the American Revolutionary War against the British Empire. He is commonly known as the Father of His Country for his role in bringing about American independence.
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George Washington to Horatio Gates, October 24, 1778
Fredericksburg [ New York ] October 24, 1778 . Reports that troops have been ordered eastward. Orders Gates to area threatened by British in the event of a British landing.
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George Washington to Alexander McDougall, October 24, 1778
Fredericksburg [ New York ] October 24, 1778 . Informs McDougall that Major General Horatio Gates has been given instructions about proceeding to the danger area.
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George Washington to John Sullivan, October 24, 1778
Fredericksburg [ New York ] October 24, 1778 . Asks Sullivan to send news of arrival of British fleet to Major General Horatio Gates and to Headquarters.
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George Washington to Charles Henri Hector, comte d’ Estaing, October 25, 1778
Fredericksburg [ New York ] October 25, 1778 . Was in error in last letter in that British troops that had embarked were not on board ship that sailed.
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George Washington to Horatio Gates, October 27, 1778
Fredericksburg [ New York ] October 27, 1778 . Speculates on British intentions. Instructs Gates to obtain clothing for men and to return old clothing to deputy clothier general.
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George Washington to George Measam, October 27, 1778
Fredericksburg [ New York ] October 27, 1778 . Instructs Measam to supply Major General Horatio Gates with new clothing.
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George Washington to Charles Henri Hector, comte d’ Estaing, October 27, 1778
Fredericksburg [ New York ] October 27, 1778 . Is pleased that D’Estaing will soon be able to put to sea.
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George Washington to George Measam, October 28, 1778
Fredericksburg [ New York ] October 28, 1778 . Orders that all clothing be forwarded to Headquarters.
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George Washington to Horatio Gates, October 29, 1778
Fredericksburg [ New York ] October 29, 1778 . States that Congress has ordered Gates to Boston to assume command there. Advises recall of militia at Boston.
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George Washington to William Heath, October 29, 1778
[ Fredericksburg, New York ] October 29, 1778 . Has forwarded to Congress Heath’s requisition for flour.
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George Washington to John Sullivan, October 29, 1778
Fredericksburg [ New York ] October 29, 1778 . Reports that British troops that embarked did not sail. Encloses copy of a congressional resolve.
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George Washington to Charles Henri Hector, comte d’ Estaing, October 31, 1778
Fredericksburg [ New York ] October 31, 1778 . Acknowledges receipt of news of sailing of British vessels. Agrees that seaport towns should be fortified. Is awaiting arrival of John…
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George Washington to Louis Le Bègue Du Portail, October 31, 1778
Fredericksburg [ New York ] October 31, 1778 . Acknowledges receipt of plan for fortification of Boston. Has forwarded this information to Major General Horatio Gates who will take command…
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George Washington to Charles Scott, October 31, 1778
[ Fredericksburg New York ] October 31, 1778 . Is doubtful about plans of the British. Asks Scott to obtain information concerning British plans for forage and wood. Regrets Scott…
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George Washington to Israel Putnam, November 2, 1778
Fredericksburg [ New York ] November 2, 1778 . Orders Putnam to assume command of division lately under command of Major General Horatio Gates.
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George Washington to Charles Henri Hector, comte d’ Estaing, November 5, 1778
Fredericksburg [ New York ] November 5, 1778 . Reports that British ships have sailed from Sandy Hook.
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George Washington to Henry Laurens, November 13, 1778
Fredericksburg [ New York ] November 13, 1778 . States that Baron von Steuben waits upon Congress on the subject of the inspectorship.
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George Washington to Henry Laurens, November 14, 1778
Fredericksburg [ New York ] November 14, 1778 . Discusses advantages and disadvantages of proposed Canadian expedition.
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George Washington to Henry Laurens, November 16, 1778
Fredericksburg [ New York ] November 16, 1778 . Transmits news of attack on Cherry Valley. Believes that only way to prevent such attacks is to carry on an offensive…
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George Washington to Alexander McDougall, November 17, 1778
Fredericksburg [ New York ] November 17, 1778 . Orders McDougall to Danbury.
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George Washington to Henry Laurens, November 19, 1778
Fredericksburg [ New York ] November 19, 1778 . States that Colonel Armand wishes Congress to commission officers who served in his corps, and that Armand intends to leave for…
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George Washington to Alexander McDougall, November 19, 1778
[ Fredericksburg, New York ] November 19, 1778 . Orders McDougall to halt with the two Connecticut brigades and to send Brigadier General John Nixon on to Danbury.
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George Washington to Clement Biddle, November 20, 1778
Fredericksburg [ New York ] November 20, 1778 . Orders Biddle to impress forage for troops.