1General Orders, 27 July 1776 (Washington Papers)
Complaints are made, that officers who are to attend the men upon Fatigue, and other duty, grow remiss; the General hopes they will consider what the effects of so bad an example might be to the men, and as he believes it proceeds rather from inattention, than design, flatters himself there will be no occasion to remind them of their duty hereafter. Varick transcript , DLC:GW . “Henshaw’s...
2From George Washington to John Hancock, 27 July 1776 (Washington Papers)
I was Yesterday morning honoured with your favor of the 24 Instt with Its several Inclosures, to which I shall pay the strictest Attention. The Confidence Congress are pleased to repose in my Judgement, demands my warmest acknowledgements, and they may rest assured, It shall be invariably employed so far as It shall be in my power, to promote their views and the public weal. I have Inclosed a...
3From George Washington to Lord Stirling, 27 July 1776 (Washington Papers)
My Lord: Upon your representation of Capt. Butler’s state of health, I think it will be best to give him a discharge, tho the loss of an officer whose character for diligence and fidelity stands fair, is at all times to be regretted and never more than at the present. With respect to Col. Parke if the circumstances of his affairs render it absolutely necessary that he should have leave of...