Nathanael Greene letters, 1781.

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Nathanael Greene letters, 1781.

The 173 letters in this collection were written in January and February of 1781, in the months immediately preceding the Battle of Guilford Court House. They describe military planning and maneuvering, as well as the poor conditions experienced by the Continental Army.

173 letters (1 folder).

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