George Washington to Major General Thomas Mifflin, 28 July 1777

George Washington to Major General Thomas Mifflin

Flemington [New Jersey] July 28, 1777. Believes that appearance of enemy fleet off Little Egg Harbor is proof that its destination is Philadelphia. Orders Mifflin to reconnoiter area around Philadelphia, and to obtain “drafts … of the Country.” Presents possible plan for stationing of American troops. Recommends baking of large quantities of hard bread.

Df, in writing of H, George Washington Papers, Library of Congress.

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Title: George Washington to Major General Thomas Mifflin, 28 July 1777
Author: Washington, George
Recipient: Mifflin, Thomas
Date: 28 July 1777

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Cite as: “George Washington to Major General Thomas Mifflin, 28 July 1777,” Founders Online, National Archives, https://founders.archives.gov/documents/Hamilton/01-01-02-0235. [Original source: The Papers of Alexander Hamilton, vol. 1, 1768–1778, ed. Harold C. Syrett. New York: Columbia University Press, 1961, p. 293.]

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