The American Commissioners to Abraham Whipple
ALS: Yale University Library; AL (draft): Massachusetts Historical
Society; two copies: National Archives
<Passy, June 23, 1778: We have a prospect of exchanging prisoners,
and want from you a list of all those you have; we will
let you know where to send them for exchange. Load as many
arms and goods as you safely can; Mr. Schweighauser will provide
them. If he has a ship ready for America, convoy her. Take
as many prizes as possible; feel free to go out of your way to
annoy the enemy and, if feasible, to harass their Newfoundland
fishery; do your best also to intercept transports off the coast.
Cover with lead any dispatches you may have from us or the
government, and sink them if necessary.>
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