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George Washington to Baron De Kalb, October 8, 1778
[ Fishkill, New York ] October 8, 1778 . States that “the former directions given you respecting the objects of your division and the conduct you are to observe with…
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George Washington to Horatio Gates, October 7, 1778
[ Fishkill, New York ] October 7, 1778 . Discusses probable British moves. Instructs Gates to repair certain roads to the eastward.
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George Washington to Goose Van Schaick, October 6, 1778
Fishkill [ New York ] October 6, 1778 . Thanks Van Schaick for removing boats at Kings Ferry.
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George Washington to Committee of Arrangement from Congress, October 6, 1778
Fishkill [ New York ] October 6, 1778 . Discusses problem of enlisting deserters and prisoners.
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George Washington to John Sullivan, October 5, 1778
Fishkill [ New York ] October 5, 1778 . Discusses procuring clothing for Sullivan’s men.
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George Washington to Samuel Smith, October 5, 1778
[ Fishkill, New York ] October 5, 1778 . Regrets that Captain Edward Norwood cannot be reinstated.
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George Washington to Richard Howell, October 5, 1778
Fishkill [ New York ] October 5, 1778 . Orders Howell to check on rumor that British fleet has sailed in search of French fleet.
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George Washington to Otis and Andrews, October 4, 1778
Fishkill [ New York ] October 4, 1778 . Orders Otis and Andrews to supply Major General John Sullivan’s troops with coats.
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George Washington to Lord (née William Alexander) Stirling, October 4, 1778
[ Fishkill, New York ] October 4, 1778 . Requests daily reports on situation in New Jersey.
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George Washington to Henry Laurens, October 3, 1778
Fishkill [ New York ] October 3, 1778 . Sends information concerning enemy’s movements in New Jersey.