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Muhlenberg (Gen.) : 



17S0. — August 28. Fredericksburg. — Acknowledging letter of 

 24th inst. Informing him of number of arms sent forward. 

 Regrets extremely misfortune near Camden. Need of provis- 

 ions and lack of discipline among the militia proved Gates' 

 overthrow. Has opened the general's letters, marked Public 

 Service. No. 146. 



17S0. — November J. Richmond. — Acknowledging two favors of 

 30th ult. Arms for troops at Cabbin's Point to be forwarded 

 that day. Col. Southall's troop of horse has crossed to rein- 

 force him (Muhlenberg), as requested. Engaged in getting a 

 strong brigade together; would like any directions respecting 

 the route and the most eligible position to take. If enemy's 

 depredations are confined to Portsmouth and Princess Anne, 

 will it be necessary to assemble such a large body in one 

 place? Enemy's advantage on the water must be attended to. 



No. 27. 



1 78 1. — Ap7'il 4. Williamsbuj'g. — Gained information of Gen. 

 Muhlenberg's situation through opening his letters to Baron 

 Steuben. Enemy will repent making an attack on his side of 

 river unless they come in force. Advantage the English have 

 on the water. Baron Steuben, before leaving, ordered all the 

 boats to Sandy Point ; has sent a guard of forty men to protect 

 them. Discusses his own plans and the enemy's. Positions 

 of the two look-out boats. Any hopes of French fleet and 

 troops landing at Cape Fear ? Baron Steuben uneasy on their 

 account. Begs to be kept fully advised of every movement. 



No. 74. 

 Nelson, Thomas (Gen.) : 



1780. — October 2g. Richmo?id. — Sends list of officers who the 

 Executive Board have called upon to furnish their militia with 

 field officers ; also incloses an order of Council as a guide by 

 which to arrange the troops. Will send Capt. Kirkpatrick to 

 him in a day or two. Intended coming himself, but military 

 matters too urgent. No. 15. 



1780. — October JO. Richmond. — Introducing Capt. Kirkpatrick, 

 whom he recommends to the command of a volunteer corps ; 

 praises his military experience and firmness. Leaves choice of 

 station on James river to Gen. Nelson's superior knowl- 



