Revolutionary Orders of General Washington, Issued During the Years 1778, '80, '81, and '82 Selected from the Mss. of John Whiting and edited by his son Henry Whiting

New York: Wiley and Putnam, 1844. New York: Wiley and Putnam, 1844. 8vo. Cloth binding. First edition. 8vo. Decorative brown silk, 255 pp. Colonel and Brevet Brigadier General Henry Whiting was commissioned a Cornet of Dragoons, October 20, 1808 and served on the Niagara frontier in the War of 1812 with Great Britain. In the War with Mexico he served as Quartermaster General. His father, Col. John Whiting of the 5th U.S. Infantry was Adjutant of the 2d Regiment of the Massachusetts Line commanded by Lieut.-Col. Commandant E. Sproat. He preserved most if not all of the Orders from General Washington. These fascinating Orders cover matters great and small: the discipline of the troops, health and sanitation, the organization of the army and its support services, and a uniform system of maneuvers. Throughout the Orders, Washington evidences deep concern for his soldiers as well as civilians, a deep spirituality, and his gratitude for the support from France. Significant areas rubbed to the boards, 2-3" spine cloth missing (does not affect titles). Award bookplate given to Matthew Robinson of Baltimore. Internals surprisingly clean despite evidence of minor old water staining. Hinges sound. Rare. Good.. First Edition. Hard Cover. Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.