In 1775 he was elected to represent his town at the provincial congress. The following year New Hampshire dissolved the Royal government and reorganized with a House of Representatives and an Executive Council. Whipple was made a Council member, a member of the Committee of Safety, and was promptly elected to the Continental Congress. In 1777 he was made Brigadier General of the New Hampshire Militia. General Whipple lead men in the successful expedition against General Burgoyne at the battles of Stillwater and Saratoga. ALS signed 'Wm. Whipple,' one page, 6.25 x 8, October 30, 1774. Letter to his brother and business partner. In part, 'I this moment heard of this opportunity by Mr. Treadwell who sets out in half an hour so I have just time to tell you I have not been able to get any body to drive up the cattle yet. Mrs. Whipple arrived from Boston last Saturday.' In fine condition, with light overall toning, several small tape repairs to reverse and some light spotting to body of letter. COA John Reznikoff/University Archives and RRAuction COA.
