ADS, 1780 July 4 : Poughkeepsie.

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ADS, 1780 July 4 : Poughkeepsie.

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"I do certify the above to be a true Copy of the Instructions given to Major Lee now filed among the Papers in my Hands." Signed by Varick as Recording Secretary to the Commander in Chief. Washington had ordered all horses to be rounded up to keep them from enemy hands.

1 p. ; 34 x 21 cm.

Copley Press, J S Copley Library

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Copley Press, J S Copley Library

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