Artillery Regiment orderly book, 1782.

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Artillery Regiment orderly book, 1782.

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This volume is an orderly book used by an artillery regiment of the Continental Army at their headquarters in Newburgh, New York from May 1 to December 31, 1782. Although this volume is marked "Artillery," it is difficult to determine exactly which company used this book. Typical orders regard troop movements and formations, issue of medals, procurement of uniforms, repair of arms, rations of food and rum, inspection of the military hospital, and court marshal proceedings. A large proportion of this volume is devoted to court marshal proceedings for desertion.

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New Jersey Historical Society Library

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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. ...

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