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Letter from Henry Knox, November 13, 1783

TRANSCRIPT GLC 2437.16.002.1
Henry Knox. Note: West Point, to George Washington, 1783 November 13. 1 p.

West Point November 13. 1783.

Sir,

The Officers of the part of the army who agreed on the inclosed address, having committed to us the honour of presenting it – with great pleasure we now offer to your Excellency this testimony of their affectionate attachment & respect.

We have the honor to be,
with perfect consideration,
Sir,
your Excellency’s
most obedient,
& most humble Servants,

Alexr McDougall M Genl
H Knox M General
Timo Pickering Col & Q M General

His Excellency Genl Washington


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