Letter from Charles Porterfield to Horatio Gates
Porterfield, Charles, d. 1780August 07,
1780
Volume 14, Page 535
LT. COL. CHARLES PORTERFIELD TO GEN. GATES.
Little Black Creek, August 7th, 1780.
Sir:
Capt. Williams, of the Virginia State Artillery, informs me that he has a company of 50 men whose Time expires next month that he has no command in the position, & that he, with all his; men, are desirous to Join me while they have To stay, if Muskets can be put in their hands. They would be a great addition To my core, as they are good men & well acquainted with the use of the musket.
I have the Honour to be,
With great Respect,
Your Hbl. Servant,
With great Respect,
Your Hbl. Servant,
Cs. PORTERFIELD,
Lt. Colo. Comd'g U. S. Troops.
Lt. Colo. Comd'g U. S. Troops.
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