Orderly book, 1778 May 18-June 11, Valley Forge.

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Orderly book, 1778 May 18-June 11, Valley Forge.

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General orders to the troops encamped at Valley Forge, in the hand of his secretary, Maj. Samuel Shaw. Indicates the organization, supply, and command structure of the Continental Army, as well as the nature of everyday life for the soldier.

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Boston Athenaeum

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