George Washington Papers

To George Washington from Edward Hand, 2 July 1783

Orderly Office 2d July 1783—4 oClock P.M.

Sir

Being anxious to complete the Returns of the Army for the last Month, I called for One from Hazens Regiment, which I could not obtain untill this Moment—I find it introduces a number of promotions before unknown to me, and which as I have reason to believe are not Warranted—for this reason I inclose the Return and request you Excellencies advice before I give them what may be supposed a sanction by recording them in my Office. with much respect I have the honor to be yr Excellencies Obt Hble Servt

Edwd Hand

Adjt Genl

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