George Mercer to John Fenton Mercer, 16 December 1755

[Alexandria, 16 December 1755]

To Captain John Mercer. of the Virginia Regiment.

You are immediately, upon receipt hereof, to repair to Winchester, where you will meet with Colonel Washington, and receive further orders.

I am &c.

G:M. aid de camp.

Alexandria: December 16th 1755.

N:B. A Copy left at Alexandria, and another sent to Stafford, to him there. 1