British general (1729-1814) who, despite defeating George Washington in a number of battles, could not force a surrender and returned to England in 1778. ALS signed “W. Howe,” one page, 7.75 x 9.75, March 13, 1799. Handwritten letter to Maj. Gen. Ross, in part: "The two flank companies of the Cambridgeshire being impatient to join their regiment in the expectation of an early removal to Ireland, I have ordered them to march on Saturday next, which I hope will not put you to any inconvenience providing barrack room for them." Addressed on the integral leaf in Howe's hand. In very good to fine condition, with staining, toning, and some archival repairs and reinforcements.
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