George Washington Papers

From George Washington to Abraham Skinner, 1 May 1781

Head Quarters New Windsor 1st May 1781.

Sir

You will be pleased to forward the inclosed to Sir Henry Clinton by the speediest conveyance—As it is to revoke the recall of General Burgoyne you may proceed fully upon the instructions of the 12th of April and endeavour to accomplish the exchange of that Officer upon the terms specified therein. I am &c.

DLC: Papers of George Washington.

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