Letter : Trenton, to Gov. Morris, Philadelphia, 11 July 1779.

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Letter : Trenton, to Gov. Morris, Philadelphia, 11 July 1779.

Scope and Contents: Tilton discusses his ideas regarding the Continental Army's strategic medical plan and asks for a promotion.

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Tilton, James, 1745-1822

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Tilton was the senior medical official for the Continental Army. He became Surgeon General of the Army during the War of 1812. From the description of Letter : Philadelphia, to Gov. Morris, Philadelphia, 21 May 1779. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 52258618 Biographical Sketch: Tilton was the senior medical official for the Continental Army. He became Surgeon General of the Army during the War of 1812. From the description of Letter : Trenton, to Gov. Morris, Phil...

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. ...