George Washington to John Ashby, October 14, 1755

[Winchester, 14 October 1755]

Orders for Captain John Ashby, of a Company of Rangers.

It is my express Orders, that you do not presume to March your Company down on any pretence whatsoever, unless compelled by the Enemy. 1 Clothes will be sent up immediately to you, which you may distribute to the most needy of your Company; and money I shall bring up to pay them off, if wanted. Given under my hand, at Winchester, October 14th 1755.

G:W.