ALS, 1779 August 6 and 7 : Horseneck, to Governor Jonathan Trumbull.

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ALS, 1779 August 6 and 7 : Horseneck, to Governor Jonathan Trumbull.

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Acknowledges receipt of orders from the Council of Safety to detach militia troops as support for his command. Reports a skirmish, the state of the troops, new support expected, and his fear of a threat to New Haven. Very detailed letter of a field commander.

6 p. ; 31 x 20 cm.

Copley Press, J S Copley Library

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Copley Press, J S Copley Library

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