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1778 Mar-May

Folder 3

 File — Folder: 3
Identifier: Folder 3

Scope and Contents

Two letters, from Benjamin Tallmadge to George Washington. Discusses Colonel Elisha Sheldon's contract with Mr. Estey of Massachusetts to purchase leather breeches for the regiment; asks whether dragoons whose families suffer by means of their absence may be dismissed from service; and reports on the condition of the troops and laments their lack of supplies and cash.

Dates

  • created: 1776-1856

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open for research.

Extent

From the Collection: 2.08 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the Litchfield Historical Society Repository

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