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George Washington to Thomas, Jr Wharton, May 11, 1778
[ Valley Forge ] May 11, 1778 . Is disappointed that so few militiamen are available. Asks that a plan be devised to keep the militia in constant readiness for…
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Alexander Hamilton to William Maxwell, May 10, 1778
[Valley Forge, May 10, 1778] Sir His Excellency has received yours from Horsam meeting House. 1 He is a good deal surprized that you left your Artillery behind as one…
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George Washington to Council of War, May 8, 1778
Valley Forge, May 8, 1778 . Describes distribution of enemy forces. Discusses possibilities of acquiring reinforcements, ordnance, and provisions.
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Edward Stevens to Alexander Hamilton, May 8, 1778
London May 8th 1778 Mon cher Ami, Comment vous portez vous? & comment vous êtes vous porté depuis que je n’ai eu le plasir de vous voir? Si vous êtes…
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John Jay to Alexander Hamilton, May 8, 1778
Albany 8 May 1778 Dear Sir, An opinion of your Benevolence leads me to address this Letter to you. Accident has introduced me to Monsr Lewis de Celoron, 1 we…
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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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Alexander Hamilton to William De Hart, May 7, 1778
[Valley Forge, May 7, 1778] Sir, By command of His Excellency, I am to desire, You will immediately march with your Regiment by the safest and most convenient route into…
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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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George Washington to Henry Laurens, May 3, 1778
Valley Forge, May 3, 1778 . Discusses reasons for lack of Indian aid. Thinks the United States should continue to try to counteract British overtures to Indians.
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George Washington to Pierre Penet, April 30, 1778
Valley Forge, April 30, 1778 . Thanks Penet for gifts.