125111From George Washington to John Stark, 28 June 1781 (Washington Papers)
On your arrival to take the Comand of the Troops on the Northern Frontier, you will be pleased to advise with General Schuyler with respect to the Disposition of the Troops destined for the Defence of that Quarter. as that Gentlemans Knowlege of every Part of that exposed Country is very good, his assistance & Council may be very usefull to you—from this Motive I am induced to give you this...
125112From Thomas Jefferson to John Stark, 19 August 1805 (Jefferson Papers)
I have lately learnt through the channel of the newspapers, and learnt with great pleasure, that you are still in life, & enjoy health & spirits. the victories of Bennington, the first link in that chain of successes which issued in the surrender at Saratoga, are still fresh in the memory of every American, & the name of him who atchieved them dear to his heart. Permit therefore a stranger who...
125113From George Washington to Brigadier General John Stark, 27 November 1779 (Washington Papers)
I have just recd advice that 40 sail of Vessels past Norwalk on the 25th bound Eastward. I therefore desire you to halt with the troops under your command untill we have had time to discover their intentions. Should they make a descent at any place upon the Sound, you will instantly march to its releif—or if they repossess R. Island you are to inform me and wait further orders. But should you...
125114From George Washington to John Stark, 6 May 1781 (Washington Papers)
I have been favored with your Letter of the 9th of April, am glad your health is such as to permit you to superintend sending off the Recruits from the State—and am fully of opinion you could not be of so essential Service in any other way as by urging the State of New Hampshire to procure & forward her quota of Men & Supplies to the Army. Having seen & experienced the Evils we have suffered...
125115From George Washington to Brigadier General John Stark, 13 August 1778 (Washington Papers)
I am favd with yours of the 10th inclosing a letter from Colo. Butler, whose presence I hope will curb the disaffected and stop the Ravages upon your frontier. If an expedition of any consequence should be carried on, a proper supply of light Artillery shall be furnished; in the mean time let me know whether you want Ball for any Artillery that you already have. I think you had better inform...
125116From George Washington to Brigadier General John Stark, 19 October 1778 (Washington Papers)
By recent intelligence from the city of New York, there are the strongest appearances of a general evacuation. Where the force of the enemy will be next directed can only be the subject of conjecture; but it is generally supposed, if they operate again any where in the United States, it will be against Boston and the French fleet. Should this event take place, your influence near the seat of...
125117From George Washington to Brigadier General John Stark, 20 May 1778 (Washington Papers)
In a letter from Major General Sullivan of the 1st Instant he complains of wanting assistance in his command and begs that you may be desired to take post with him this campaign: You will therefore be pleased to join him as soon as possible. I am Sir your most obt and very humble servt LS (photocopy), in James McHenry’s writing, DLC:GW ; Df , DLC:GW ; Varick transcript , DLC:GW .
125118From George Washington to Brigadier General John Stark, 5 August 1778 (Washington Papers)
I recd yours of the 29 July by Lieut. Randolph and of 31st inclosing the order of Congress for raising those Men who are now demanding pay. As this is a matter of a particular nature, I cannot undertake to settle it. I think the charges, whatever they may be, ought to [be] drawn out and submitted to Congress—I cannot determine what is to be done respecting the State prisoners at Albany who...
125119From George Washington to John Stark, 23 October 1782 (Washington Papers)
A few Days ago I received your favor dated the 23d of Septemr last, giving the Reasons of your Detention from Camp. As the Season is now so far advanced, without a prospect of immediate Service—and your Health is not yet fully established, I do not wish or expect that you should join the Army this Fall. I am much obliged by your kind Wishes for my personal Happiness—and sincerely hope for a...
125120George Washington to Brigadier General John Stark, 19 October 1778 (Hamilton Papers)
Fredericksburg [ New York ] October 19, 1778 . Orders Stark to Providence. Df , in writing of H, George Washington Papers, Library of Congress