Letters, 1778-1791.

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Letters, 1778-1791.

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Manuscript copies of letters written by Charles Armand Tuffin, Marquis de la Rouerie to George Washington and other military commanders, chiefly during General Armand's service in the Revolution. Most of the letters are to Washington, and General Scott. The correspondence relates to military affairs and tactics, and particularly to the status of the General and his troops within the Army.

.5 linear ft (55 items in 1 volume).

Columbia University in the City of New York, Columbia University Libraries

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Columbia University in the City of New York, Columbia University Libraries

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