Washington, George, 1732-1799
Dates
- Existence: 1732 - 1799
George Washington, first United States President (1789-1797 ) and Commander of the Continental Army (1775-1783).
Found in 6 Collections and/or Records:
George Washington collection
MS-1033
Collection
Identifier: MS-1033
Overview
George Washington (1732-1799). First United States President (1789-1797) and Commander of the Continental Army (1775-1783). Contains original letters, proclamations, land surveys, and a school exercise.
George Washington letter
Mss 798311.1
Collection
Identifier: Mss 798311.1
Scope and Contents
Letter from U.S. Pres. George Washington of Mt. Vernon [Va.] to Cashier of the Office of Discount and Deposit, Baltimore. A draft for $100 to Dr. James or bearer.
Headquarters, Newburgh, to Governor Livingston
Mss 782310.1
Collection
Identifier: Mss 782310.1
Overview
Writes to prohibits the use of flags of truce at locations other than Dobbs Ferry. Letter provoked by commerce between American and British troops at Monmouth and New York City.
Mensuration of solids
Mss 745900.1
Collection
Identifier: Mss 745900.1
Overview
Mathematical exercise attributed to George Washington, Pres. U.S., at the age of 13.
Richard Howe letter
Mss 776413
Collection
Identifier: Mss 776413
Scope and Contents
An unaccepted letter from Earl Richard Howe of Eagle Off, Staten Island, New York to George Washington, asking for an opportunity to present the "King's benevolent intentions."
From the original in the William L. Clements Library, Ann Arbor, 1959.
From the original in the William L. Clements Library, Ann Arbor, 1959.