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John Adams to Nathanael Greene, March 9, 1777
Philadelphia March 9. 1777 Dear Sir I had, last Evening the Pleasure of yours of March 3. by your Brother, to whom in his Business to this Place I shall…
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Letters to Nathanael Greene
B. 1742 · D. 1786
Major General Nathanael Greene was an American military officer and planter who served in the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War. He emerged from the war with a reputation as one of George Washington's most talented and dependable officers and is known for his successful command in the Southern theater of the conflict.
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John Adams to Nathanael Greene, April 13, 1777
Philadelphia April 13. 1777 My dear sir In considering a Letter from the General, sometime ago, in the Board of War, it was agreed to report to Congress a Resolution,…
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John Adams to Nathanael Greene, May 9, 1777
Philadelphia May 9. 1777 Dear Sir Yours of the 2d Instant, came duly to hand. The Indifference of the People about recruiting the Army, is a Circumstance, which ought to…
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John Adams to Nathanael Greene, May 10, 1777
Philadelphia May 10. 1777 Yours of the 7th. was brought me this Morning. My Meaning was that if the Conduct of our Army, had depended on me, I should have…
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John Adams to Nathanael Greene, May 24, 1777
Philadelphia May 24. 1777 During the civil Wars in Rome, in the Time of Sylla, 1 and young Marius, after the Death of the Elder Marius, Sylla commanded one Army…
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John Adams to Nathanael Greene, July 7, 1777
Philadelphia July 7. 1777 My dear Sir I never before took hold of a Pen, to write to my Friend General Green, without Pleasure, but I think myself obliged to…
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George Washington to Nathanael Greene, August 1, 1777
Chester [ Pennsylvania ] August 1, 1777. Orders Greene to hold men in readiness to march and to give the necessary orders to quartermaster general and commissary general respecting provisions…
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Alexander Hamilton to Nathanael Greene, April 3, 1778
[Valley Forge, April 3, 1778] Dr. General, We have to request, you will order a couple of very good teams to be got ready to proceed to the enemy’s lines…
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George Washington to Nathanael Greene, May 5, 1778
[ Valley Forge ] May 5, 1778 . Reviews situation in Europe and discusses possible enemy movements.
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Alexander Hamilton to Nathanael Greene, May 7, 1778
[Valley Forge, May 7, 1778] Dr Sir I am sadly distressed for want of a good saddle &c; and such is my situation, that I have no opportunity of procuring…
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George Washington to Nathanael Greene, May 17, 1778
[ Valley Forge ] May 17, 1778 . Instructs Greene to prepare for possible movement of Army and to set up magazines along routes to North River.
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George Washington to Nathanael Greene, June 8, 1778
[ Valley Forge ] June 8, 1778 . Instructs Greene to find a new camp site.
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George Washington to Nathanael Greene, September 14, 1778
White Plains [ New York ] September 14, 1778 . States that clothing is to be forwarded from Boston to the Army. Asks Greene to cooperate with Major General William…
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George Washington to Nathanael Greene, September 22, 1778
Fredericksburg [ New York ] September 22, 1778 . States that provisions for the French fleet have not arrived. Asks Greene to see “that every possible expedient may be embraced…
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Alexander Hamilton to Nathanael Greene, November 8, 1778
[Fredericksburg, New York, November 8, 1778] Sir His Excellency requests you will direct a couple sets of tools provided and sent to General McDougall to blow up rocks which greatly…
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Alexander Hamilton to Nathanael Greene, February 23, 1779
[Middlebrook, New Jersey, February 23, 1779] Dr. Sir, The General has given me some memorandums for instructions to you on the subject of the Northern preparations. 1 He is however…
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George Washington to Nathanael Greene, February 24, 1779
Middlebrook [ New Jersey ] February 24, 1779 . Instructs Greene to countermand former instructions, but to continue to prepare for an expedition against Indians on a smaller scale.
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George Washington to Nathanael Greene, April 19, 1779
George Washington instructs Nathanael Greene to secure wagon drivers by any means necessary to support military logistics. He emphasizes the importance of ensuring adequate transportation for supplies during the Revolutionary War.
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George Washington to Nathanael Greene, May 25, 1779
George Washington instructs Nathanael Greene to prepare tents for the troops and ensure that military supplies in Virginia are secured and out of the enemy's reach. He emphasizes the importance of readiness and protecting resources during the ongoing conflict.
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Alexander Hamilton to Nathanael Greene, July 25, 1779
Alexander Hamilton addresses Nathanael Greene with strategic questions about the disposition and potential offensive actions of the Continental Army near Philipsburg. He also raises administrative concerns regarding the necessity and claims of the muster masters department and seeks guidance on handling Morgan’s complaint against Shippen, including possible arrest and trial. The letter reflects Hamilton’s involvement in both military strategy and internal army discipline during 1779.
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Alexander Hamilton to Nathanael Greene, August 17, 1779
Alexander Hamilton informs Nathanael Greene that Lieutenant Whitehead will depart the next morning with important dispatches for General Washington in Philadelphia. Hamilton requests that Greene provide Whitehead with a good horse, saddle, and bridle to facilitate the journey. The letter emphasizes the urgency and importance of the communication.
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George Washington to Nathanael Greene, September 3, 1779
George Washington informs Nathanael Greene that his role as quartermaster general does not grant him a military command in the line. Washington praises Greene for his dedicated service and exemplary conduct during the Revolutionary War.
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Alexander Hamilton to Nathanael Greene, January 4, 1780
Alexander Hamilton, acting as aide-de-camp, asks General Nathanael Greene to advise on the minimum number of paid couriers needed under new postal regulations, emphasizing the importance of economy. Hamilton also suggests considering the use of reliable sergeants for occasional duties and mentions he is communicating with Congress on the matter.
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George Washington to Nathanael Greene, April 2, 1780
George Washington directs Nathanael Greene to ready the Maryland Division for deployment to the Southern theater of the Revolutionary War. He emphasizes the urgency of the march to reinforce American forces against British advances. Washington's orders aim to strengthen the Continental Army's position in the South.