Letter
George Washington to Elisha Sheldon, July 24, 1777
Ramapo [ New Jersey ] July 24, 1777. Orders Sheldon to Headquarters.
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Letters to Elisha Sheldon
2 lettersLetter
George Washington to Elisha Sheldon, September 2, 1780
George Washington directs Elisha Sheldon to consolidate forces by joining two Connecticut regiments at North Castle. He instructs Sheldon to prepare to relocate to West Point if British troops advance. The letter reflects strategic troop movements during the Revolutionary War.