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Domestic News May 22, 1779

The Virginia Gazette

Richmond, Williamsburg, Richmond County, Virginia

What is this article about?

General Schuyler reports to Washington on the successful U.S. military expedition against Onondaga led by Col. Van Schaick, praising the secrecy and conduct of the troops.

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Extract of a letter from General Schuyler to General Washington, dated Albany, April 27, 1779.

"Last night Capt. Graham, of Van Schaick's, delivered me despatches from that officer, advising me of the success of the troops of the United States, under his command on the enterprise against Onondaga.

The secrecy, dispatch and propriety with which Col. Van Schaick had executed his orders, do him great honour, and he is highly satisfied with the conduct of the officers and troops that accompanied him on the expedition."

What sub-type of article is it?

Military Indian Affairs

What keywords are associated?

Onondaga Expedition Van Schaick Military Success Revolutionary War

What entities or persons were involved?

General Schuyler General Washington Capt. Graham Col. Van Schaick

Where did it happen?

Onondaga

Domestic News Details

Primary Location

Onondaga

Event Date

April 27, 1779

Key Persons

General Schuyler General Washington Capt. Graham Col. Van Schaick

Outcome

success of the enterprise; high satisfaction with officers and troops

Event Details

Capt. Graham delivered despatches advising of the success of U.S. troops under Col. Van Schaick's command on the expedition against Onondaga, executed with secrecy, dispatch, and propriety.

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