1From George Washington to Jonathan Trumbull, Sr., 8 September 1777 (Washington Papers)
I was yesterday honored with yours of the 1st instant—you have my thanks for your ready...
2General Orders, 8 September 1777 (Washington Papers)
Varick transcript , DLC:GW . Lt. James McMichael’s diary entry for this date reads: “At 3 A.M....