721To George Washington from Brigadier General Anthony Wayne, 31 July 1779 (Washington Papers)
It was not until 10. OClock this morning that I was honored with your favor of yesterday, (& not as Commanding Officer of the Light Corps, but as your Excellency desires ) I now give my Opinion on the point you require. The Enemy will certainly profit so far by their late misfortune at Stoney point, as to provide for, or guard against a Surprize, & to find out, & Strengthen the most Vulnerable...
722From George Washington to Lieutenant Colonel Anthony Walton White, 31 July 1779 (Washington Papers)
General Washington presents his compliments to Colo. White and thanks him for the Bridle, Stirrups & Spurs which he obligingly presented him with. The workmanship does great credit to the artisan. and is a demonstrable proof of the perfection to which this manufactory is brought. ADf , DLC:GW ; Varick transcript , DLC:GW .
723To George Washington from Colonel Thaddeus Kosciuszko, July 1779 (Washington Papers)
I have only two Masons as yet Some from the Main Army, and do not expect any more, the Officers being unvilling to part with them. I applyed to the Detachements here who had a number of them, wrote to the Officers in the most pressing terms shewing the necessity of it but got nonce. I am out of the lime, it is true I have a promise of having some more but when I cannot tele. One of the Justice...
724Thoughts on Defense of West Point, July 1779 (Washington Papers)
The Enemy may operate four ways if they have received any considerable reinforcement—which they will choose, is difficult, at this moment, to decide on. viz. They may attack the Fort, & consequently the Army, which is here for its defence. or, If the Army is their object, it may be struck at as unconnected with, & independant of, the Fort. in any situation, & under every Circumstance. or. If...