[Orderly book of Adjutant John Piper of the First Regiment of Prince William and Fairfax militia] 4 March to 10 April 1781 [microform]. 1781.

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[Orderly book of Adjutant John Piper of the First Regiment of Prince William and Fairfax militia] 4 March to 10 April 1781 [microform]. 1781.

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Includes notation that Prince William and Fairfax militia are to be joined together and compose a battalion commanded by Major Ramsay." Written while at Fredericksburg (4 March-11 March) and Williamsburg (12 March-10 April 1781).

[33] leaves.

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Prince William County (Va.). Militia.

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United States. Continental Army

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In response to the expansion of the Continental Army the number of staff was increased and reorganized in 1776. Changes included the creation of a new unit to supplement George Washington's personal staff. This special unit, the Commander in Chief's Guard, was formed on March 12, 1776 with Captain Caleb Gibbs (formerly adjutant of the 14th Continental Regiment and appointed Aid to Major General Greene) as commander. The unit protected Washington, the army's cash, and official papers. ...

Piper, John F., 1936-

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Soldier, Prince William and Fairfax Militia (Va.). From the description of Papers of John Piper, 1781-1834. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 71064223 ...