Robert Howe papers, 1777-1778.

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Title:
Robert Howe papers, 1777-1778.
Date:
1777 to 1778
Creator:
Howe, Robert, 1732-1786
Description:
Two letters dated 29 May 1777 and 25 December 1778 from Robert Howe (1732-1786), a plantation owner and general in the Continental Army, discussing Samuel Elbert's attempt to invade Florida, conditions in Georgia and South Carolina, his proposal for an expedition to East Florida, the arrival of British ships near Savannah, and the poor condition of American defenses at Savannah.
Subject:
Format:
correspondence
Language:
English
Extent:
2 items.
Digital Collection:
Robert Howe papers, 1777-1778.
Rights:
Free Re-Use
Public Domain
Identifier:
  • 002568486
  • cbmst110001
  • ark:/87924/r4ft8q18d
  • 06d0a987-6801-46ca-82d1-a4944af4aac7
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