1George Washington to Brigadier General Edward Hand, 19 October 1778 (Hamilton Papers)
Fredericksburg [ New York ] October 19, 1778 . Orders Hand to Albany and sends details of the proposed expedition against Anaquaga. Df , in writing of H, George Washington Papers, Library of Congress
2From George Washington to Brigadier General Edward Hand, 19 October 1778 (Washington Papers)
You are forthwith to proceed to Albany and take the command at that place and its dependencies—The forts on the frontiers, and all the Troops employed there will be comprehended under your general command and direction—Besides the garrisons, there are at this time Warners Regiment—Aldens, the fourth Pensylvania Regiment under Lieut. Colo. Butler and the rifle corps, late Morgan’s—now commanded...