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From present appearances it [illegible] by was <u>expeced</u>, that [I honored ? ] be [illegible] to retreat, for want of supplies__this was not meant to operate only against me, but principally against Government__the honor & dignity of which shall never be committed by [any?] conduct [illegible] | From present appearances it [illegible] by was <u>expeced</u>, that [I honored ? ] be [illegible] to retreat, for want of supplies__this was not meant to operate only against me, but principally against Government__the honor & dignity of which shall never be committed by [any?] conduct [illegible] | ||
| − | I | + | I mention these facts & circumstances in Confidence, which will probably be openly demonstrated in little time, as they have failed in causing me to retreat__probably the next attempt, will be to default my advance |
I have the honor to be with the most sincere & perfect esteem & friendship | I have the honor to be with the most sincere & perfect esteem & friendship | ||
Your most obt [rest is illegible, except for: The Honorable Genl H Knox ] | Your most obt [rest is illegible, except for: The Honorable Genl H Knox ] | ||