Title
[Document, 1779 July 14]
Library Location
Name
Greene, Nathanael, 1742-1786 (Author)
Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
Format
correspondence
Digital Project
Papers of John Jay
Date
July 14, 1779
Language
English
Physical Description
6 pages
Subjects
United States--History--Revolution, 1775-1783; Jay, John, 1745-1829
Summary
Encloses letter from Colonel Thomas Chase concerning Continental barracks near Boston. In consequence of this letter, Greene has ordered Chase to enter into contracts with owners of ground on which barracks stand. Reflects on lack of respect for Continental property in the several States. Gives examples of such civilian appropriations of military stores.
Identifier
columbia.jay.10937