George Mercer to John Blagg, 8 April 1756

[Winchester, 8 April 1756]

To Lieutenant John Blagg. of the Virginia Regiment. Sir,

As there is a stronger party of the militia now to join you than was expected, Colonel Washington Orders, that, if upon a consultation with the Inhabitants of the place and the officers of the Militia, it is thought best to pursue the Enemy, you join them with your party. 1 You are to observe your first Orders, to send all the intelligence you can procure of the Enemy. I am &c.

G:M. Aid de camp.