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George Washington to James Clinton, July 31, 1778
White Plains [ New York ] July 31, 1778 . Instructs Clinton to move to Kings Bridge in order to gain information about unfriendly inhabitants in area and to protect…
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Letters to James Clinton
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Alexander Hamilton to James Clinton, August 1, 1778
Head Qrs White plains [New York] Augt 1st 1778 Sir The General has received a letter written by Mr Erskine 2 by your desire at half past Nine oClock this…
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George Washington to James Clinton, October 17, 1778
[ Fredericksburg, New York, October 17, 1778 .] States that Colonel Goose Van Schaick is to relieve Colonel Peter Gansevoort and that Colonel Philip Van Cortlandt is to make an…
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George Washington to James Clinton, June 27, 1779
George Washington instructs James Clinton to halt the transportation of additional provisions, arguing that continuing this action jeopardizes the success of the current military expedition. He emphasizes the need to secure existing supplies rather than risk overextension.
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George Washington to James Clinton, August 3, 1779
George Washington writes to James Clinton from West Point on August 3, 1779, enclosing a duplicate of a letter addressed to Major General John Sullivan. He communicates military instructions and strategic concerns related to ongoing Revolutionary War operations. Washington coordinates efforts to strengthen American positions against British forces.