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Letter from William Sharpe to Richard Caswell
Sharpe, William, 1742-1818
August 06, 1779
Volume 14, Page 187

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HON. WM. SHARPE TO GOV. CASWELL.
[From Executive Letter Book.]

Philadelphia, 6th August, 1779.

Sir:

The history of mankind does not produce a greater instance of discipline and cool bravery than that displayed by Gen. Wayne and the Troops under his command in their descent on Stoney Point, the particulars of which is in one of the enclosed papers. The Evening Post enclosed will afford you some entertainment in a leisure hour.

I have the honor to be, with great respect, Sir,
Your Mo. ob. Serv't,
WM. SHARPE.
Gov. Caswell.