Washington, George, 1732-1799. The writings of George Washington from the original manuscript sources
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To MAJOR GENERAL WILLIAM HEATH

   Head Quarters, New Windsor, May 6, 1781.

    Dear Sir: Your favor of yesterday has been handed to me. You will be persuaded, that, at the same time, I sympathise sincerely with you, in your illness, I am by no means pleased with the unreasonably long absence of the General Officers, which has rendered your presence with the Army hitherto indispensably necessary.

    I have read the Proceedings of the Court Martial, and would have the sentences approved, which you will be pleased to do in your Orders. The Proceedings are returned herewith. I am etc. 63

[Note:In the writing of David Humphreys. ]

    [MS.H.S.]