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| Field name | Value |
|---|---|
| Collection Reference Number | GLC06561 |
| From Archive Folder | Documents Relating to 1783 |
| Title | His excellency General Washington's last legacy |
| Date | ca. 1783 |
| Author | Washington, George (1732-1799) |
| Document Type | Broadside |
| Content Description | A printing in four columns containing Washington's "Circular letter" from Newburgh regarding his resignation as commander-in-chief and discusses the establishment of a stronger government for the United States. Washington wanted a stronger Congress and the ability to raise revenue, amongst other powers. A Rhode Island printing of the famous letter. Tight margins. |
| Subjects | President Revolutionary War Revolutionary War General Military History Continental Army Newburgh Conspiracy Mutiny Government and Civics |
| People | Washington, George (1732-1799) |
| Place written | Newburgh; Providence [?] |
| Theme | Government & Politics; The Presidency; The American Revolution |
| Sub-collection | The Gilder Lehrman Collection, 1493-1859 |
| Additional Information | Signer of the U.S. Constitution. |
| Copyright | The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History |
| Module | Settlement, Commerce, Revolution and Reform: 1493-1859 |