On the recordSeptember 24, 1777
To anticipate and prevent disasters is the part of prudence. I hope your measures will be calculated accordingly.
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founders.archives.govTo anticipate and prevent disasters is the part of prudence. I hope your measures will be calculated accordingly.
Advice on taking precautionary measures during the war.
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