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From George Washington to Friedrich Wilhelm von Lossberg, 11 July 1782

Sir Head Quarters 11th July 1782

I have been honored with your Favor of the 1st July.

Being informed that many abuses have been practiced under Cover of passports granted for the relief & Support of the prisoners of War in the united States, many Articles of Merchandise having been carryed out under the Denomination of Necessaries; I have complied with your Request so far as [it] extends to Money ready made Cloathing & Medicine for the Use of your prisoners in Phila—The Passport therefor I do myself the Honor to inclose to you and am Your Most Obedient & humble Servant.

DLC: Papers of George Washington.

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