John Riggs letter to William Blathwayt 1701 May 9

Access and use

Location of collection:
John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Library
Colonial Williamsburg Foundation
P.O. Box 1776
Williamsburg, VA 23187
Contact for questions and access:
POC: Douglas Mayo
Phone: (757) 565-8521
Phone: (757) 565-8520
Fax: (757) 565-8528

Collection context

Summary

Creator:
Riggs, John, fl. 1701
Abstract:
Language:
English

Background

Scope and content:

Letter from John Riggs to William Blathwayt. Riggs, who has been very low on funds, is hoping Blathwayt might be able to help him obtain back pay for his time serving in New York. Blathwayt helped Riggs obtain his commission.

Biographical / historical:

None available.

Acquisition information:
Purchase, 2003
Arrangement:

1 item.

Physical location:
On site.
Physical description:
1 item.