George Johnston, Williamsburg, Va., to Leven Powell, no place , 1776 June 18
Scope and Contents
Discusses accepting a continental commission; his men are dissatisfied and want to "visit their friends"; troops going to Gwynn's Island with the hope of capturing Dunmore and refitting the Roebuck and the Fowey; Col. Stephen fortifying Elizabeth River; reports Various appointments; Gen. Charles Lee moving slowly to South Carolina in search of General Henry Clinton; three Indians are in town; ship from the French islands.
Dates
- Creation: 1776 June 18
Creator
- From the Collection: Powell, Leven, 1737-1810 (Person)
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Extent
From the Collection: 0.85 Linear Feet
Language
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository