The George Washington Papers at the Library of Congress
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Letter George Washington to John Sullivan, July 31, 1777
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The Writings of George Washington from the Original Manuscript Sources,
1745-1799. John C. Fitzpatrick, Editor.--vol. 08
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11 after 9 A M, Coryells Ferry, July 31, 1777.
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Dear Sir: I am this moment advised by Express, that the Enemy's Fleet is
arrived at Delaware. I request that you will proceed immediately to
Philadelphia with the Division under your command, in the most expeditious
manner you can, observing a good order of March and conducting it so as not
to injure the Troops. The route by Coryell's will be best, as there is a
sufficient number of boats to transport the Troops and Baggage in a very
short time. I am etc. (60)
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[Note 60: The draft is in the writing of Robert Hanson Harrison.]
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