James Clinton A.L.S., Albany, 8 May 1779 : to Dear Brother, i.e. George Clinton, concerning military situation along the New York State frontier
1779
MSS L1998 F511
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Title
James Clinton A.L.S., Albany, 8 May 1779 : to Dear Brother, i.e. George Clinton, concerning military situation along the New York State frontier
Published
Albany 1779
Description
[2] p. ; 25 cm. (inlaid)
Call Number
MSS L1998 F511
Note
During the early stages of the Sullivan campaign, Clinton urges the immediate dispatch of newly raised troops to relieve Continentals that garrison the posts on the frontier and requests an accompanying list of officers being sent.
Expresses concern for the residents of German Flats
Captain [Robert?] McKean has been recommended to take command of the drafts raised in Tryon County
"I should have sent the Indian prisoners to Poughkeepsies long since" but awaits the approval of his brother and of the Commander-in-Chief.
Purchased at Christie's auction, 24 Nov. 1998; previously in the collections of the Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village.
Digitized images available.
Expresses concern for the residents of German Flats
Captain [Robert?] McKean has been recommended to take command of the drafts raised in Tryon County
"I should have sent the Indian prisoners to Poughkeepsies long since" but awaits the approval of his brother and of the Commander-in-Chief.
Purchased at Christie's auction, 24 Nov. 1998; previously in the collections of the Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village.
Digitized images available.
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