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[V. 3 No. 23] Gen. Greene to the Honourable Brigr. Gen. Marion. Camp on Pee Dee, Jan 19, 1781. Dear Sir: The inclosed letter from Capt. Odingsell came to hand last eveningI have directed him to apply to you for orders on the subject. I have detached Major Anderson with 1000 Regulars and 100 Virginia Militia to attack and disperse the Tories at Mr. Amir's Mill on Drowning Creek, the party marched yesterday with orders to endeavour to surprise them. Perhaps you might be able to make some detachment which could contribute to the success of the party. By the last accounts, Lt. Col. Tarleton was in motion, with about 1000 Troops, towards General Morgan, who is in the fork of the Broad River. Lord Cornwallis is moving in force to cover him. I wish your answer respecting the practicability of suprising the party near Nelson's, the route and the force which you will be able to detach, these enquiries are a matter that requires the greatest secresy. I am, dear Sir, your most obd't humble serv't, NATH'L GREENE. (No. 23 From Documentary History of the American Revolution, by Gibbes, Volume 3, p. 15) Doc ID: Gibbes, v. 3, p. 15 Date: 1/19/1781 |
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