26581George Washington to Marquis de Lafayette, 20 February 1781 (Hamilton Papers)
New Windsor [ New York ] February 20, 1781 . Places Lafayette in command of detachment that is to act against enemy in Virginia. Sends detailed instructions for this command. Df , in writings of George Washington and H, George Washington Papers, Library of Congress.
26582George Washington to Baron von Steuben, 20 February 1781 (Hamilton Papers)
New Windsor [ New York ] February 20, 1781 . Discusses proposed cooperation between the French and Americans against Benedict Arnold in Virginia. States that the Marquis de Lafayette is to head land forces and will cooperate with von Steuben. Sends instructions for von Steuben’s part in the campaign. Df , in writings of George Washington and H, George Washington Papers, Library of Congress.
26583George Washington to the Officer Commanding the French Squadron in Chesapeake Bay, 20 February 1781 (Hamilton Papers)
New Windsor [ New York ] February 20, 1781 . Has sent detachment under the Marquis de Lafayette to support French squadron. Makes suggestions for cooperation of land and sea forces. Df , in writing of H, George Washington Papers, Library of Congress.
26584From Alexander Hamilton to Major General William Heath, [21 February 1781] (Hamilton Papers)
I am commanded by The General to inform you that Lt. Col Gouvion and Capt Rochefontaine will march with the detachment under the Marquis De la Fayette. Major Villefranche will shortly return to the post of West Point. I have the honor to be Sir Yr. most Obed ser ALS , Massachusetts Historical Society, Boston. Heath was in command at West Point. Etienne Nicolas Marie Béchet, Chevalier de...
26585From Alexander Hamilton to Colonel Timothy Pickering, [21 February 1781] (Hamilton Papers)
The Marquis expects a letter here which he has left his servant to bring him to Smiths Clove, with some little articles. His servant has no horse. Will you be so good as to furnish him with one? If you have none at hand, please to have one impressed. The horse will return tomorrow. Yr. humble servant ALS , Pierpont Morgan Library, New York City.
26586George Washington to Lieutenant Colonel Jacob Gerhard Diriks, 21 February 1781 (Hamilton Papers)
[ New Windsor, New York ] February 21, 1781 . Discusses question of Diriks’s rank in relation to new arrangement of the Army. Df , in writing of H, George Washington Papers, Library of Congress. Diriks was breveted lieutenant colonel, Continental Army, on November 5, 1778. He was honorably discharged on May 17, 1781.
26587From Alexander Hamilton to Colonel Samuel Blachley Webb, [22 February 1781] (Hamilton Papers)
From different occurrences since your letter to the General arrived I have seen no favourable moment to present it. It shall try its fortune to day and you shall hear from me tomorrow. Assure yourself that whatever depends on me shall be done. Mrs H——’s compliments. Adieu ALS , Yale University Library. Webb was apparently attempting to obtain a leave. See H to Webb, March 2, 1781 .
26588George Washington to Chevalier Destouches, 22 February 1781 (Hamilton Papers)
New Windsor [ New York ] February 22, 1781 . Discusses Virginia expedition. Hopes that French will be able to blockade Benedict Arnold “in the bay.” Df , in writing of H, George Washington Papers, Library of Congress.
26589George Washington to Major General Samuel Holden Parsons, 22 February 1781 (Hamilton Papers)
New Windsor [ New York ] February 22, 1781 . Directs Parsons to investigate a reported Tory plot in Connecticut and to seize people concerned. Df , in writing of H, George Washington Papers, Library of Congress.
26590George Washington to Colonel Walter Stewart, 22 February 1781 (Hamilton Papers)
New Windsor [ New York ] February 22, 1781 . Thanks Stewart for news of Pennsylvania line. Hopes that legislature “will take decisive and effectual measures to furnish its complement.” Df , in writing of H, George Washington Papers, Library of Congress.
26591George Washington to Major General William Heath, 23 February 1781 (Hamilton Papers)
New Windsor [ New York ] February 23, 1781 . Sends instructions for improving defenses of West Point. LS , in writings of Tench Tilghman and H, Massachusetts Historical Society, Boston.
26592To Alexander Hamilton from Major Richard Platt, 24 February 1781 (Hamilton Papers)
Newburgh [ New York ] February 24, 1781 . Requests that some steps be taken to compensate Colonel Ann Hawkes Hay for oxen which were taken for public use. ALS , George Washington Papers, Library of Congress. Platt was aide-de-camp to Major General Alexander McDougall.
26593George Washington to George Clinton, 24 February 1781 (Hamilton Papers)
New Windsor [ New York ] February 24, 1781 . Regrets inability to comply with New York State’s request for two regiments for defense of frontier. Df , in writing of H, George Washington Papers, Library of Congress.
26594George Washington to Comte de Rochambeau, 24 February 1781 (Hamilton Papers)
New Windsor [ New York ] February 24, 1781 . Believes that if Comte d’Estaing’s reported victory is true, it means a speedy and victorious end to the war. Sends details of detachment’s march to Virginia. Reports rumors concerning Sir Henry Clinton. Is delaying his visit to Rhode Island until he ascertains what move Clinton will make as a result of the Virginia expedition. Df , in writing of H,...
26595From Alexander Hamilton to Major Richard Platt, [25 February 1781] (Hamilton Papers)
I have taken The General’s orders on the subject of your letter of the 24th. As Col Hay’s oxen appear to have been converted to the public use, justice requires they should be replaced to him, as it is not known certainly in what manner they were used and as it is not material to the public from what department the compensation comes, The General directs that The Quarter Master General will...
26596To Alexander Hamilton from Philip Schuyler, 25 February 1781 (Hamilton Papers)
Last night your favor of the 18 Inst: was delivered me. I confess that the contents surprized and afflicted me, not that I discover any impropriety in your conduct in the affair in question, for of that I persuade myself you are incapable, but as it may be attended with consequences prejudical to my country which I love, which I affectionately love, and as no event tending to its detriment can...
26597George Washington to John Berrien, 25 February 1781 (Hamilton Papers)
New Windsor [ New York ] February 25, 1781 . Directs Berrien to deliver to the bearer “all Articles in your hands procured for Hospital uses.” Df , in writing of H, George Washington Papers, Library of Congress. Berrien was hospital storekeeper at Danbury, Connecticut.
26598George Washington to James and Horace Hooper, 25 February 1781 (Hamilton Papers)
New Windsor [ New York ] February 25, 1781 . Orders delivery to director general of hospitals all articles procured for hospital uses. Df , in writing of H, George Washington Papers, Library of Congress. James and Horace Hooper were hospital storekeepers at Windsor, Connecticut.
26599George Washington to Comte de Sainte-Mesme, 25 February 1781 (Hamilton Papers)
[ New Windsor, New York ] February 25, 1781 . Is pleased that Sainte-Mesme wishes to accompany the Marquis de Lafayette to Virginia. Df , in writing of H, George Washington Papers, Library of Congress. Jean Baptiste Louis Philippe Felix d’Olieres, Comte de Sainte-Mesme. He was colonel of the Regiment Soissonnais, French army in America.
26600To Alexander Hamilton from Duc de Lauzun, 26 February 1781 (Hamilton Papers)
Permettes moi Monsieur de vous adresser une lettre pour le Marquis De La Faiette, ne sachant ou il est; je ne veux point importuner son Excellence dans un moment ou tant d’affaires l’accablent. M. de Closen Aide de Camp de M. Le Comte de Rochambeau lui porte des depêches Importantes; M. Le Marquis de Laval paroit destiné a Comander un detachement de Grenadiers, et chasseurs de L’Armée...
26601George Washington to Chevalier Destouches, 26 February 1781 (Hamilton Papers)
New Windsor [ New York ] February 26, 1781 . Denies any intention of wishing to endanger French fleet. Hopes for success of expedition sent to Virginia. Df , in writing of H, George Washington Papers, Library of Congress.
26602George Washington to Samuel Huntington, 26 February 1781 (Hamilton Papers)
New Windsor [ New York ] February 26, 1781 . States that the southern situation is alarming. Regrets that a regular and permanent force was not established in the South. Explains why French cannot comply with Congress’s request to transport French troops to the South. Is ordering the Pennsylvania troops to the South. Describes Virginia expedition. Suggests sending American frigates, now in...
26603George Washington to John Mathews, 26 February 1781 (Hamilton Papers)
New Windsor [ New York ] February 26, 1781 . Explains difficulties that will probably arise in trying to exchange the prisoners at St. Augustine. Df , in writings of Tench Tilghman and H, George Washington Papers, Library of Congress. Mathews was a member of Congress from South Carolina.
26604George Washington to Comte de Rochambeau, 26 February 1781 (Hamilton Papers)
New Windsor [ New York ] February 26, 1781 . Denies any intention of wishing to endanger French army. Reports on situation in South. Df , in writings of George Washington and H, George Washington Papers, Library of Congress.
26605George Washington to Chevalier Destouches, 27 February 1781 (Hamilton Papers)
New Windsor [ New York ] February 27, 1781 . Is pleased with Destouches’s success in Chesapeake Bay. States need of ships to aid the Marquis de Lafayette. Asserts that an attack on British ships off Cape Fear should relieve situation in North Carolina. Df , in writing of H, George Washington Papers, Library of Congress; LS , in the handwriting of H, Lloyd W. Smith Collection, Morristown...
26606George Washington to Major General Nathanael Greene, 27 February 1781 (Hamilton Papers)
New Windsor [ New York ] February 27, 1781 . Congratulates Greene on Brigadier General Daniel Morgan’s victory. Reaffirms confidence in Greene’s abilities. States that Pennsylvania line has been ordered South. Describes Virginia expedition. Reports supposed victory of Comte d’Estaing. Df , in writing of H, George Washington Papers, Library of Congress.
26607George Washington to Comte de Rochambeau, 27 February 1781 (Hamilton Papers)
New Windsor [ New York ] February 27, 1781 . Is happy to hear of success in Chesapeake Bay and that the Chevalier Destouches is planning to send a “second detachment for an ulterior cooperation.” Describes British and American moves in South. Will visit Rhode Island at earliest possible time. Sends news of a British embarkation from New York to Virginia. Df , in writing of H, George Washington...
26608George Washington to Baron von Steuben, 27 February 1781 (Hamilton Papers)
New Windsor [ New York ] February 27, 1781 . States that in spite of loss of naval superiority the Marquis de Lafayette is continuing march to Virginia. Hopes von Steuben has distributed supplies the French brought to Major General Nathanael Greene. Reports the Pennsylvania line has been ordered South. Df , in writing of H, George Washington Papers, Library of Congress.
26609George Washington to Colonel Samuel John Atlee and Captains Daniel Topham, Robert Caldwell, Bernard Ward, Matthias … (Hamilton Papers)
New Windsor [ New York ] February 28, 1781 . Regrets hardships caused by reduction of officers in the new arrangement. States that it is impossible to correct situation. Df , in writing of H, George Washington Papers, Library of Congress. These men were all supernumerary officers of the Pennsylvania line under the arrangement of 1778.
26610George Washington to Samuel Huntington, 1 March 1781 (Hamilton Papers)
New Windsor [ New York ] March 1, 1781 . Encloses a “memorial of Col Hazen.” Df , in writing of H, George Washington Papers, Library of Congress.