Washington, George, 1732-1799. The writings of George Washington from the original manuscript sources
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To MAJOR GENERAL ALEXANDER McDOUGALL
Head Quarters near Dobbs Ferry, August 18, 1781.
Dear Sir: I am much disappointed in not having the Boats sent from Wapping Creek to King's Ferry, as requested by Colonel Pickering. You will be pleased, on the receipt of this, to order One hundred and fifty Men to bring thirty of the aforesaid Boats to Kings Ferry; from whence the Men may return immediately to West Point. I am etc. 34
[Note:In the writing of David Humphreys. From a photostat of the original kindly furnished by Dr. A. S. W. Rosenbach, of New York City. ]