Letter from John Dickinson to Charles Lee

Letter from John Dickinson to Charles Lee
Number of Pages: 
7
Date: 
July 25, 1776

John Dickinson writes Continental Army General Charles Lee to explain his opinion on the Declaration of Independence. "I cannot agree with You, that a Declaration of Independence at this time will promote the Happiness of my Country," as Dickinson explains. Dickinson also congratulates General Lee on his victory in South Carolina and provides updates on the military situation in New England. Transcript included.

Time Period: 
Location: 
MC 2001.13, B1, F1
Origin: 
Gift of Boyd Lee Spahr