On the recordDecember 11, 1791
It is with great concern that I communicate to you the information received from Major-General St. Clair of the misfortune which has befallen the troops under his command.
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presidency.ucsb.eduIt is with great concern that I communicate to you the information received from Major-General St. Clair of the misfortune which has befallen the troops under his command.
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