1From George Washington to Brigadier General James Potter, 10 November 1777 (Washington Papers)
It is without a doubt with me that the Enemy intend makeing attack on Mud Island, perhaps this may be the time, as a considerable firing is heard. You must know it, if tis so & I hope will take every step in your Power, by Manœuvres or otherwise, to attract their attention for the relief of the Fort. When ever this event may happen I must request you to give me the very earliest information....