Nathanael Greene Quote

The Marquis went to Boston the day before the action, and did not return until last night, just as we were leaving the Island. He went to wait upon the Admiral, to learn his further intentions, and to get him to return again and complete the expedition, if possible.


Letter to George Washington (August 1778)


The Marquis went to Boston the day before the action, and did not return until last night, just as we were leaving the Island. He went to wait upon...

The Marquis went to Boston the day before the action, and did not return until last night, just as we were leaving the Island. He went to wait upon...

The Marquis went to Boston the day before the action, and did not return until last night, just as we were leaving the Island. He went to wait upon...

The Marquis went to Boston the day before the action, and did not return until last night, just as we were leaving the Island. He went to wait upon...