Letter
George Washington to Daniel Brodhead, July 13, 1779
New Windsor [ New York ] July 13, 1779 . Approves of Brodhead’s expeditions against the Indians.
New Windsor [ New York ] July 13, 1779 . Approves of Brodhead’s expeditions against the Indians.
George Washington expresses regret over the delay of the planned attack on Detroit and questions whether Daniel Brodhead has enough troops for the expedition against Natchez. He does not discourage the operation if Brodhead considers it achievable and emphasizes maintaining secrecy.