1To George Washington from William Macpherson, 7 September 1781 (Washington Papers)
When I had the honor of seeing your Excellency at Head Quarters, your Excellency was good enough to inform me on my soliciting employment, that as soon as the operations of the campaign were determined on, your Excellency wou’d be able to know, whether I could be brought into service or not; I hope your Excellency will pardon my requesting to know, whether any opportunity has presented itself,...