HAMILTON TO GREENE.
25th September, 1780.
Dear Sir:
There has just been unfolded at this place a scene of the blackest treason. Arnold has fled to the enemy—André, the British Adjutant General, is in our possession as a spy. His capture unravelled the mystery.
West Point was to have been the sacrifice. All the dispositions have been made for the purpose, and ’tis possible, though not probable, we may still see the execution. The wind is fair. I came here in pursuit of Arnold, but was too late. I advise your putting the army under marching orders, and detaching a brigade immediately this way.
I am, with great regard,Your most obedient servant,Alex. Hamilton,Aid-de-Camp.
I am, with great regard,Your most obedient servant,Alex. Hamilton,Aid-de-Camp.
I am, with great regard,Your most obedient servant,Alex. Hamilton,Aid-de-Camp.
To Major General Greene.