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| Field name | Value |
|---|---|
| Collection Reference Number | GLC02537.01 |
| From Archive Folder | Letters Between Robert Livingston and James Duane |
| Title | Robert Livingston to his son [possibly his son-in-law, James Duane] on the current condition of the Revolutionary War |
| Date | 15 December 1778 |
| Author | Livingston, Robert (1708-1790) |
| Document Type | Correspondence; Military document |
| Content Description | Discusses a snow storm that may work to the American troops' advantage as the roads are impassable. Mentions a food shortage and the rising costs of provisions. Assures the recipient that his family, under Livingston's care, is healthy. Asks about the developments in Congress and whether any news has arrived from France, England, or Spain. Wonders whether the British will allow the war to continue for another year. Encloses a letter for recipient's brother Robert (not included) and wishes him a happy holiday. |
| Subjects | Revolutionary War Extreme Weather Military History Infrastructure Finance Military Provisions Diet and Nutrition Children and Family Health and Medical Congress France Global History and Civics Economics American Statesmen Holidays and Celebrations Continental Congress |
| People | Livingston, Robert (1708-1790) Livingston, Robert R. (1746-1813) |
| Place written | Livingston Manor, New York |
| Theme | The American Revolution; Foreign Affairs; Government & Politics; Children & Family |
| Sub-collection | The Gilder Lehrman Collection, 1493-1859 |
| Copyright | The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History |
| Module | Settlement, Commerce, Revolution and Reform: 1493-1859 |