Washington, George, 1732-1799. The writings of George Washington from the original manuscript sources
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To BRIGADIER GENERAL ELIAS DAYTON

   Head Quarters, January 15, 1783.

    Sir: I have the pleasure to congratulate you on your late Promotion to the rank of B. General which took place in Congress the 7th Instant.

    Your Commission arrived here yesterday and I shall keep it till I have the pleasure to deliver it to you in Person, which I must request may be as soon as possible, and that you come prepared to remain with your Brigade the remainder of the Winter. I am &c.

    If Cap Schaack is not yet gone in to New York, I must request you to take measures to oblige him to go in. 56

[Note:The draft is in the writing of Benjamin Walker. ]