Washington, George, 1732-1799

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.

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.

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.

Overview In English.

Overview Mathematical exercise attributed to George Washington, Pres. U.S., at the age of 13.

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.