D/D Lei C/615 - letter

This is a letter written to Mr Leigh during the time of the American War of Independence (1775-83) regarding the surrender of Rhode Island.

 

                                                                                                                                           22nd Ja 77

Dear Brother

News is just arrived that Rhode Island with all its towns and inhabitants have surrendered to

General Clinton, together with the [ - ] that is Admiral Hopkins and all his mighty fleet.

 

Notes

Sir Henry Clinton (1730-1795), Commander in Chief for North America, was sent to seize Rhode Island by General Howe in 1776-77 with 6000 men - this was accomplished without major resistance. 

Admiral Hopkins was born in Rhode Island and was the Commander of the Rhode Island Military.