Letter, to Benjamin Tallmadge

Containers:
Box 2, Folder 1781.04.08
Creator:
Washington, George, 1732-1799
Extent:
4 pages
Scope and content:

George Washington to Benjamin Tallmadge, 8 April 1781, in which Washington asks Tallmadge to transmit a letter to Rochambeau. Washington contemplated a daring raid on the British troop on Long Island. "The success of the Enterprise," Washington wrote to Tallmadge, "must depend, on … the secrecy of the attempt, and a knowledge of the exact situation of the enemy."

Language:
English .
Physical facet:
2 sheets
Dimensions:
21 x 34 cm

Access and use

Location of collection:
The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon
The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon
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