Title
[Document, 1778 February 01]
Library Location
Rare Book & Manuscript Library, Columbia University
Name
Schuyler, Philip John, 1733-1804 (Author)
Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
Format
correspondence
Digital Project
Papers of John Jay
Date
February 01, 1778
Language
English
Physical Description
2 pages
Subjects
United States--History--Revolution, 1775-1783; Jay, John, 1745-1829
Summary
Objects to rumored plan to invade Canada with 3,000 men because provisions and clothing are inadequate. Furthermore the plundering spirit of the men will arouse Canadian opposition. People in the vicinity are voicing criticism of the large expenditures of public funds.
Identifier
columbia.jay.07111