Document, 1780 July 01
Document, 1780 July 01
- Name
- Bingham, William (Author)
- Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
- Title
- Document, 1780 July 01
- Abstract
- The sentiment of the people has altered surprisingly from "pure disinterested patriotism" to the predominance of private interest. The loss of Charleston has been the needed catalyst to revive their spirit. The disorganized state of finances was nearly fatal, but "the virtue of individuals was roused, which warded off the impending blow"--a bank was e stablished on private credit. Now the army will be supplied by men of known ability and integrity. The ladies also have collected a subscription for the army. The United States must remain on the defensive until the arrival of French troops. General Gates has been appointed to command the Southern Army, and North Carolina and Virginia are making great preparations for war. American allies will be engaged in a campaign in the West Indies. Spanish ships and troops have arrived at Martinico, to assist the French in the reduction of the British Island. American forces have retreated with considerable losses from around Elizabeth Town and Springfield. General Clinton, after having garrisoned Charlestown has returned to New York, and it is thought he may have designs on West Point. In attempting to drive a pair of wild horses in a Phaeton, Gouverneur Morris was thrown out, and his leg was shattered. It was necessary to have it amputated. No nomination for the Ambassador to France has yet been made. Bingham has as yet not entered the lists.
- Subjects
- United States--History--Revolution, 1775-1783; Jay, John, 1745-1829
- Format
- correspondence
- Genre
- correspondence
- Date
- 1780 July 01
- Physical Description
- 4
- Note
- The entire content of the original has been digitized.
- Library Location
- Rare Book & Manuscript Library, Columbia University
Browse Location’s Digital Content - Also In
- The papers of John Jay