Colonel Mordecai Gist addresses General George Washington
Troop Movement
This is an apparent contemporary copy of a letter Gist sent to General Washington while encamped at the Head of Sassafras(River, Maryland). Drafted in the hand of Gist's secretary, the letter addresses difficulties encountered with militia, movement of the British Fleet in the Chesapeake Bay and the disposition of British prisoners. The letter is signed, 'M.Gist'
Colonel Mordecai Gist
General George Washington's Letter to Colonel Elias Dayton
Enemy Fleet near the Capes of Delaware
This letter from General George Washington to Colonel Elias Dayton describes the enemy fleet movement in the capes of Delaware. General Washington orders Colonel Dayton's and Colonel Ogden's brigades to halt their movements and await further orders depending on the enemy's fleet. It continues by telling Colonel Dayton to refresh his men and weapons for a possible engagement.
General George Washington
3 August 1777
John F. Reed Collection Valley Forge NHP
Box 1, Folder 23, 04-07
General George Washington Letter to General James Varnum
Fort Mifflin
In the letter General Washington is concerned about the British attempting to take Fort Mifflin. He instructs them to prepare for an imminent assault by the British.
General George Washington
7 November 1777
John F. Reed Collection Valley forge NHP
Box 2, Folder 17, 11-05
General George Washington Letter
Money
General George Washington writes Colonel Bland of Virginia reference recruits, horses, and supplies for the army from Virginia.
General George Washington
1 May 1778
John F. Reed Collection Valley Forge NHP
Box 4, Folder 17, 22-08
General George Washington's General Orders of August 13, 1777.
This General Order issued from Headquarters near Cross Roads on August 13th 1777, offers instructions for "Officers of the Day" and privileges associated with this title, including dining with the general. The order also instructs officers to prepare for movement at shortest notice when required. The second page addresses the Board of General Officers and to examine complaints against a Colonel White of the Georgia Battalion, Continental Army.
General George Washington
13 August 1777
John F. Reed Collection Valley Forge NHP
Box 1, Folder 26, 05-01
General George Washington's General Orders of August 17, 1777
This General Order originally issued from Headquarters, Cross Roads, August 17, 1777, addresses the format and attendance requirements of General Court Martials by all General Officers. The general order issues instructions for officers to appoint a substitute for meetings. It encourages officers' attendance to not delay proceedings.
This General Order also addresses the issue of furloughs among officers.
General George Washington
17 August 1777
John F. Reed Collection Valley Forge NHP
Box 1, Folder 27, 05-02
General George Washington to Brigadier General Alexander McDougall at Peekskill
This letter of instruction addressed from Wilmington, Aug 28th 1777, acknowledges the arrival of Mr. Philip Pelton, believed to be a secret agent sent by McDougal to Washington. The letter initials Mr. Pelton only. With franked address leaf. Letter is signed by G. Washington as your most obedient servant.
General George Washington
28 August 1777
John F. Reed Collection Valley Forge NHP
Box 1, Folder 28, 05-03
Manuscript copy of General George Washington's General Orders of Oct. 10, 1777
This Manuscript Copy of General Washington's General Orders from "Head Qrs." near Towamencin(Pa) provides general orders for daily officers in charge, directs arms shall be put in the best-order, and all made ready for sudden call to activity.
General george Washington
10 October 1777
John F. Reed Collection Valley Forge NHP
Box 2, Folder 8, 10-04
Manuscript copy of General George Washington's General Order for October 12, 1777
This manuscript copy of Washington's General Orders for October 12, 1777 is addressed from Towamencin(Pa) and includes listing for officers of the day, recent promotions, and instructions for improving the troops.
General George Washington
12 October 1777
John F. Reed Collection Valley Forge NHP
Box 2, Folder 9, 10-05
General George Washington to Brigadier General James Potter
Addressed from "White Marsh", letter instructs General James Potter to disregard previous orders from Washington to hurry the militia. This letter requests Potter to employ the militia to any advantage against the enemy at Carpenter Island. Further intelligence on the Fort Mifflin campaign.
General George Washington
11 November 1777
John F. Reed Collection Valley Forge NHP
Box 2, Folder 18, 11-06