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| Field name | Value |
|---|---|
| Collection Reference Number | GLC01450.023.08 |
| From Archive Folder | Collection of letters of British soldier Charles Irvine to his brother |
| Title | Charles Irvine to Alexander Irvine on his financial situation and war news |
| Date | 29 November 1781 |
| Author | Irvine, Charles (1756-1819) |
| Recipient | Irvine, Alexander |
| Document Type | Correspondence; Military document |
| Content Description | Writes to his brother in Aberdeen, Scotland that he was so hurried in his last letter he forgot to mention his promotion in rank which he is happy about. States that he has written to Mr. Moir to get his affairs in order. Discusses his financial state for a bit and his need for credit. States Colonel McLeroth has offered to write on his behalf to help him get credit. Comments that Alexander must have heard of General Cornwallis's fall and says they do not know what the consequences will be. Expects reinforcements if Britain intends to keep the colonies. Gives love to family and friends. Cornwallis surrendered at Yorktown, Virginia on October 19, 1781. Charles Irvine was a soldier in the British army during the Revolutionary War. |
| Subjects | Revolutionary War Military History Global History and Civics Finance Battle Surrender Battle (Siege, Surrender) of Yorktown Soldier's Letter |
| People | Irvine, Charles (1756-1819) Irvine, Alexander (1754-1844) |
| Place written | Staten Island, New York |
| Theme | The American Revolution; Children & Family |
| Sub-collection | The Gilder Lehrman Collection, 1493-1859 |
| Additional Information | Charles Irvine served in the British Army for fifteen years before going on half pay. But he soon returned, and eventually rose to the rank of major general. Alexander Irvine was the Eighteenth Laird of Drum. He was involved in a number of financial squabbles during his early life. |
| Copyright | The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History |
| Module | Settlement, Commerce, Revolution and Reform: 1493-1859 |