Horatio Gates papers 1760-1804

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Horatio Gates papers 1760-1804

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Horatio Gates (1728-1806) was a general in the American Revolutionary War. He commanded the American forces at the Battle of Saratoga in 1777 and in 1780 was placed in chief command of the army in the South. During the French and Indian War, he served as an officer in the British army. Collection consists of correspondence and orderly books of General Gates. Correspondence, 1787-1804, primarily from family and friends, concerns personal and financial matters but also relates to American politics. Letter book, 1780-1781, contains letters written by Gates during his command in the South during the Revolution. Also, orderly books, 1760-1783; issued by Gates while commanding the Southern Army.

1.5 linear feet (4 boxes, 1 v.); 1 microfilm reel

New York Public Library. Manuscripts and Archives Division

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New York Public Library. Manuscripts and Archives Division

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