Distinguished major general in the Continental Army (1737–1814) who organized and trained the undisciplined forces at Cambridge before the Battle of Bunker Hill. Scarce LS signed “W. Heath, M. General,” 7.25 x 11.25, September 7, 1781. Letter to Governor George Clinton requesting that he read, seal, and forward to General Stark the enclosed letter (which is not included), and mentioning that he should have already received his letter of “yesterday on the subject of frontiers.” Short postscript reads, “If you should think any aid from this quarter be necessary, it shall be lent.” A small tape repair to fold separation on reverse, light wrinkling, light overall toning, and text just a shade light, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.
