Year

Letters from 1779

1,392 letters
Letter

George Washington to John Sullivan, May 31, 1779

From George Washington
To John Sullivan
May 31, 1779

George Washington directs John Sullivan to lead a military expedition against the Iroquois nations allied with the British. He provides detailed instructions to coordinate the campaign aimed at neutralizing Native American threats to American frontier settlements. Washington emphasizes the strategic importance of disrupting enemy alliances and securing the western frontier.

Letter

George Washington to John Jay, May 25, 1779

From George Washington
To John Jay
May 25, 1779

George Washington writes to John Jay expressing concern about British predatory attacks and encloses orders for Brigadier General Charles Scott to send reinforcements to the Southern theater. He also reports on British military preparations in New York, indicating ongoing strategic challenges. Washington seeks to coordinate defensive efforts amid escalating conflict.

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George Washington to John Sullivan, May 24, 1779

From George Washington
To John Sullivan
May 24, 1779

George Washington informs John Sullivan about the measures taken to supply his troops with essential clothing, including shoes, overalls, and hunting shirts. He details the logistics and efforts to ensure the soldiers are properly equipped for their campaign. Washington emphasizes the importance of maintaining troop readiness through adequate provisioning.