1From George Washington to John Hanson, 4 December 1781 (Washington Papers)
I take the liberty to enclose to Congress Copy of a letter which I have lately received from Major General Greene, on the subject of the promotion of Colo. Williams of the Maryland line to the Rank of Brigadier. If it is necessary to add any thing to the recommendation of General Greene—I can assure Congress, that Colo. Williams, as an Officer of merit, has ever stood high in my estimation—and...
2From George Washington to Benjamin Lincoln, 4 December 1781 (Washington Papers)
I beg leave to refer to your attention the inclosed letter from Capt. Swan, particulary so much of it as respects the furnishing three hundred sets of Horse Accoutrements which only want Bits and Stirrups to compleat them. The swords which are the most essential Weapons for Dragoons with their Belts should also be procured if possible. I presume a certain proportion of Cloathing will be...