Title
General George Washington to Brigadier General Alexander McDougall at Peekskill
Description
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.
Creator
General George Washington
Date
28 August 1777
Rights
John F. Reed Collection Valley Forge NHP
Identifier
Box 1, Folder 28, 05-03
Text
Wilmington Augt. 28th 1777
Dear Sir,
Your favour of the 20th Inst. came to my hands last night by Mr. P.--- I thank you for sending him to me, as I think many valuable advantages may result from his endeavors to serve us.---He seems sensible & willing & I trust will be faithful –I have given him such instructions respecting his conduct as my hurried situation will allow.--- to Mr. P.--- I shah? refer for the acct of things in this quarter and am with sincere regard
DSir
Yr most obed. Ser.
G. Washington
Note: Addressed to Brig. General (Alexander) McDougall
Dear Sir,
Your favour of the 20th Inst. came to my hands last night by Mr. P.--- I thank you for sending him to me, as I think many valuable advantages may result from his endeavors to serve us.---He seems sensible & willing & I trust will be faithful –I have given him such instructions respecting his conduct as my hurried situation will allow.--- to Mr. P.--- I shah? refer for the acct of things in this quarter and am with sincere regard
DSir
Yr most obed. Ser.
G. Washington
Note: Addressed to Brig. General (Alexander) McDougall