From George Washington to Timothy Pickering, 6 September 1781

Sir,	Head Quarters Elk. Sept. 6th 1781

It is of the utmost importance to the Service, that Gentlemen who are acting at the heads of departments should at this present period be with the troops.

You will please therefore upon the receipt of this to join them with all possible dispatch. I am Sir with Esteem Yours &ca

Go: Washington

DNA: RG 93—Manuscript File.

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