Letters about Founding Era

Letter

George Washington to Thomas Fairfax, sixth baron Fairfax of Cameron, October 1, 1749

From George Washington

To Thomas Fairfax, sixth baron Fairfax of Cameron

October 1, 1749

[October–€“November 1749] My Lord I went Last Tuesday not knowing your Lordship had that very Day set out for Neavils 1 to see whether you had any further Commands or…

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Letter

George Washington to Ann Fairfax Washington, September 1, 1749

From George Washington

To Ann Fairfax Washington

September 1, 1749

[September–€“November 1749] I heartily Congratulate you on the happy News of my Brothers safe arrival in health in England 5 and am joy–€™d to hear that his stay is likely…

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Letter

George Washington to Lawrence Washington, May 5, 1749

From George Washington

To Lawrence Washington

May 5, 1749

May 5th 1749 Dear Brother I hope your Cough is much mended since I saw you last, if so likewise hope you have given over the thoughts of leaving Virginia.…

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