| Date |
July 10, 1782 |
| Author Name |
Benjamin Lincoln (primary) |
| Recipient Name |
Nathaniel Greene (primary) |
| Summary |
Lincoln expresses sympathy for the sufferings of General Greene's troops. Greene's army entitled to better fare. Mentions the meritorious and gallant exertions of Greene's troops under extreme difficulties. Lincoln believes they merited a better fate. He regrets that he is unable to redress the army's grievances. Other extracts mention supplies and clothing during the Revolutionary War. |
| Document Format |
Extract of Letter |
| Document Notes |
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| Content Notes |
Letter contained in document titled "Extracts from the Secretary of War's letters to the late Major General Greene" |
| Related Persons/Groups |
Nathaniel Greene; Henry Knox; Benjamin Lincoln; General Greene; Greene's army; Greene's troops; |
| Related Places |
[not available] |
| Keywords |
Sufferings; troops; army; meritorious and gallant exertions; difficulties; complaints; grievances; clothing; supplies; |
| Key Phrases |
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| Transcription |
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