Letter Signed by George Washington to Israel Putnam, October 15, 1777
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George Washington led the Continental Army as commander-in-chief during the American Revolutionary War. On October 15, 1777, Washington signed this letter discussing two recent events - the loss of Fort Montgomery and a victory over British General Burgoyne - in New York, where Major General Israel Putnam was stationed. Just two days later, Burgoyne would surrender his army to American forces.
George Washington led the Continental Army as commander-in-chief during the American Revolutionary War. On October 15, 1777, Washington signed this letter discussing two recent events - the loss of Fort Montgomery and a victory over British General Burgoyne - in New York, where Major General Israel Putnam was stationed. Just two days later, Burgoyne would surrender his army to American forces.
Artifact
Letter (Correspondence)
Date Made
15 October 1777
Creators
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Letter signed by George Washington, possibly written in Pennsylvania
Keywords
United States, New York, Fort Montgomery
American Revolution, 1775-1783
Collection Title
On Exhibit
at Henry Ford Museum in With Liberty & Justice for All
Object ID
69.144.397
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Handwriting
Dimensions
Height: 14.75 in
Width: 9.563 in
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