Military document, John Augustine Washington instructing Westmoreland County militia, 1778 May 26

Item — Box: 6, Folder: 1778.05.26

Identifier: RM-885 ; MS-5376

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

Colonel Washington instructs the militia of Westmoreland County to assemble at the county courthouse for the purposes of a draft, by orders of Virginia Governor, Patrick Henry. Autograph letter, signed. 1 page.

Dates

1778 May 26

Creator

Washington, John Augustine, 1736-1787 (Author, Person)

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