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From George Washington to Richard Sill, 22 January 1783

Sir H. Qrs Jany 22 1783

I am to acknowledge the receipt of your several Letters of the 11th 14th & 17th Jany one of them informing me of the Death of Majr Genl Lord Stirling—whose loss is universally Regretted by the Army—and I am exceeding sorry that it was not possible to shew those marks of Respect at his funeral which were due to his Lordships Rank & Merit. I am &c.

DLC: Papers of George Washington.

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