Major T. H. Cushing letter November 2, 1800

November 2, 1800
City of Washington
Major T.H. Cushing
General orders issued by T. H. Cushing from Head Quarters in Washington. Sergeant David mead of Captain Freeman's company of Artillerists and Engineers is transferred to infantry and will join the band. John Grants and William Hard of Elliot's company of Artillists and Engineers and William Thompson of Bishop's company are transferred to Captain Freeman's company and must be mustered as such from November 1. Captain Freeman should embark with his company as soon as possible to Fort Norfolk, where he will report to Major Ford and receive further orders. The Adjutant Quartermaster will furnish all necessary transport.

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