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William Heath Papers, 1774-1872
» Papers, 1774–1814
William Heath Papers, 1774-1872
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The papers, 1774-1814, contain correspondence from prominent political and military figures
of the time, including over 300 pieces of correspondence from George Washington. Subjects
include recruitment, troop movements, appointment of officers, pay, courts-martial, morale,
discipline, desertion, and British prisoners of war. There are numerous warrants, petitions,
guard reports, and returns. Many letters concern provisions, arms, and ammunition. The letters
relate primarily to the details of military life and the conduct of the war.
The papers, 1774-1814, contain correspondence from prominent political and military figures
of the time, including over 300 pieces of correspondence from George Washington. Subjects
include recruitment, troop movements, appointment of officers, pay, courts-martial, morale,
discipline, desertion, and British prisoners of war. There are numerous warrants, petitions,
guard reports, and returns. Many letters concern provisions, arms, and ammunition. The letters
relate primarily to the details of military life and the conduct of the war.
Reel 6, Box 8, Folder 2, September 1777, docum...
Reel 6, Box 7, Folder 18, August 1777, documents ...
Reel 6, Box 8, Folder 1, September 1777, documents 175-189 (35 images)
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