General Harrison's Reply to General Winchester, Written to the Editors of the National Intelligencer, 12 June 1819
General Harrison's Reply to General Winchester, Written to the Editors of the National Intelligencer, 12 June 1819

Author: William Henry Harrison

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Published: 1819

Total Pages: 0

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Defends himself against General James Winchester's attack on his character and conduct in the command of the North Western Army in the War of 1812 Ohio campaign. Concerns who was to blame for sending out a detachment of the army beyond the reach of support. The detachment was almost completely destroyed by the British and Indians. Includes a copy of a letter written to Harrison by Samuel G. Hopkins and dated 24 February 1813 that supports his views. With corrections and an autograph endorsement signed by Harrison on pages 11 and 12.