[ Haverstraw, New York, July 15, 1778 .] Is sending “a small quantity of livestock” and has directed commissary to supply D’Estaing with whatever supplies may be needed.
White Plains [ New York ] August 8, 1778 . Regrets hardships that D’Estaing has had to face. Informs D’Estaing of movements of British fleet.
White Plains [ New York ] August 12, 1778 . States again that British fleet has left “the Hook.�
White Plains [ New York ] September 2, 1778 . Regrets effects of a storm on French fleet, but assures D’Estaing of every assistance possible to repair damages. Sends news…
White Plains [ New York ] September 3, 1778 . Sends news of arrival of four British ships of war at “the Hookâ€� and encloses a New York newspaper stating…
Fredericksburg [ New York ] September 22, 1778 . Reports that Major de Chouin will explain to D’Estaing the situation of both the enemy and the American army.
Fishkill [ New York ] October 2, 1778 . Sends news of enemy’s movements in New Jersey. Regrets that no reinforcements can be sent to Boston.
Fredericksburg [ New York ] October 13, 1778 . Sends British account of naval battle in which Comte d’Orvilliers commanded French fleet. Reports that English fleet is still at “the…
Fredericksburg [ New York ] October 18, 1778 . Acknowledges receipt of D’Estaing’s letters. Encloses extracts of information concerning the enemy.
Fredericksburg [ New York ] October 22, 1778 . Sends news of departure of British fleet, which is presumably bound for West Indies.
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.
Fredericksburg [ New York ] October 27, 1778 . Is pleased that D’Estaing will soon be able to put to sea.
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…
Fredericksburg [ New York ] November 5, 1778 . Reports that British ships have sailed from Sandy Hook.
George Washington informs Charles Henri Hector, comte d’Estaing, about the positioning of British land and naval forces in America. He proposes a coordinated attack on New York, urging cooperation between the Continental Army and the French fleet to challenge British control. Washington emphasizes the strategic advantage of joint operations to weaken British power in the region.