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Includes personal news regarding his health and diet. Provides description of Ephrata, [Pennsylvania], which has separate houses of worship for the women and men, and the customs of its inhabitants.

Describes Philadelphia after American occupation. Sends personal remarks to his wife. Describes an exotic tree in Philadelphia that has grown significantly since the British army left. Expects to return to Englishtown soon.

Muster roll, Company of South Carolina Continentals, Regiment of Artillery.

Smuggled letter written on a thin piece of paper with family news and request that the British aid the captured Colonel Bayler, an American commander. Extolls his character and voices concern about his treatment. Expressed belief that both countries will find ruin from the war.

Written in French, a document regarding the sale of the ship Drake.

Permission for Capt. James Duncan to purchase "European, India, and other Goods" on their joint accounts - if the British leave New York soon. If the Troops remain, and he is able to procure and convey the goods, they may be purchased on their joint accounts. Purchases of "Rice & Vessells" in Carolina and Georgia by the signers will be made on joint accounts. With Benedict Arnold and John R. Livingston document (copy), [1777 July 22]. Certification of letters to New York.

Describes Schuyler's court martial and speculates on positive support from Generals [Henry] Lee and [Arthur] St. Clair. Arnold plans to buy land in New York, "the Gentlemen of the State of New York were satisfied with my Conduct when Commanding in This State." Arnold hopes to become a citizen of New York.

Capt. Burton's muster roll for November 1778.

Affectionate letter written by a Hessian officer. Ewald writes that he misses Jeannette and her five sisters and wishes that she would pay his respects to her mother. He asks her to remember their time together in Brunswick and Flatbush. Mentions his host, "Mster Vanderbil." [In French]

Regarding a prisoner exchange, including a "Master of the Brig Hallifax" and a "Master of a Victualling transport in the Enemy's Service."