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From George Washington to Benjamin Lincoln, 24 June 1782

Head Quarters June 24th 1782

Sir

You will observe by the inclosed Papers that Lt Colo. Smith and Major Clarkson have applied for leave to Join the Combined Armies in the West Indies—As it is not with me to grant the permission I have refer’d it to you that you may grant their request or, if that is not in your power, may make the necessary application to Congress in their behalf. I am Sir Your very hum. & Obed. Servant

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DNA: Item 149, Letters and Reports from Benjamin Lincoln, Secretary at War, PCC—Papers of the Continental Congress.

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    From George Washington to Benjamin Lincoln, 24 June 1782
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    Washington, George
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    Lincoln, Benjamin
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    24 June 1782

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