A four-page letter written by John F. Grimke to his father, John Paul Grimke, regardng his arrival at Camp Purisburgh. Grimke describes the poor condition of the roads, the state of the militias in the Carolinas, and recruitment within "Continental Battalions." Grimke notes that unless more severe laws are passed regulating regional militias, it is probable that Americans would be forced to "submit to [their enemy's] Government."
A letter written by Colonel Owen Roberts in Purrysburg, South Carolina to John F. Grimke at the camp at "Two Sisters." Roberts references the high desertion rate in camp following an unsuccessful battle by General Ashe.
A two-page letter written by John F. Grimke at Fort Jones in Sunbury, Georgia to General Robert Howe[?]. Grimke discusses orders received by Adjutant Brown which caused confusion among Grimke's troops.
A letter written to John Lawson, Senator of the Town of Sunbury in Georgia, by four "subscribers" calling upon Lawson to examine "the State of the Schooner Peggy" which was taken over by the State for use during the Revolutionary War and damaged.
A three page letter written by General Robert Howe to Captain John F. Grimke regarding a contrite soldier who went absent without leave at Fort Johnson.
A series of enclosed letters sent by General Robert Howe to John F. Grimke referencing the possibility of a duel between Howe and General Christopher Gadsden. Gadsden's "undeserved treatment" of Howe is described as the reason for the "affair of honour."
A four-page letter written by Captain Joseph Warley from the "Camp at Governor Treutlen's" to an unknown recipient. Warley possibly references military orders directed by General Robert Howe. Warley recommends battle formations and instructions for military sentries.
A two page letter from General Robert Howe to John F. Grimke referencing General Lincoln's arrival and Howe's possible relocation to Indiana. Howe suggests that Grimke remain ready to return to Savannah at a moment's notice.
Series of loose sheets written by John F. Grimke between August and December of 1779 regarding requisitioning, constructing, and using military and related supplies.
A letter written by Colonel Owen Roberts in Purrysburg, South Carolina to John F. Grimke referring to a soldier who was recently arrested but not yet charged with an unspecified crime.
A letter written by Colonel Owen Roberts in Purrysburg, South Carolina to John F. Grimke in Georgia requesting the issue of "pay bills" for the companies under Grimke's command. Roberts notes that two companies have arrived with ammunition in tow.
A three-page letter written by Colonel Owen Roberts in Purrysburg, South Carolina to John F. Grimke at the "Two Sisters" camp. Roberts writes about sending supplies to Grimke and his inability to procure medicine. Roberts mentions an impending attack on the British "at Yamasee".
A three-page letter written by Colonel George Roberts in Purrysburg, South Carolina to John F. Grimke at the "Two Sisters" camp. Roberts writes about the failure of the American Navy and France and Spain's naval and monetary assistance during the Revolutionary War.
A two-page letter written by R.B. Roberts from the "Camp at Ashepoo," in South Carolina. Roberts writes that an officer, Captain Wickly's, conduct had been "scandalous & infamous" while at camp by refusing to heed Roberts' orders.
A four-page letter written by John F. Grimke at the camp near "Sisters Ferry," to his father, John Paul Grimke, in Charleston, South Carolina. The younger Grimke describes the movements of the Continental and enemy armies, and notes that one of their men was "carried off by the enemy" several evenings prior.
A three page letter written by John F. Grimke to his father, John Paul Grimke. Grimke refers to his father's situation in "Charles Town" and discusses "the enemy's" retreat from Augusta, Georgia, as a possible consequence of an intercepted letter between two generals in the Continental army.
A six-page letter written by John F. Grimke at the camp at "Sisters Ferry on the Savannah" to his father, John Paul Grimke. The younger Grimke makes reference to the state of the Continental Army, desertions, and enemy spies.
A four-page letter written by John F. Grimke from the "Camp at the Sisters" to his father, John Paul Grimke, in Charleston, South Carolina. The younger Grimke refers to a nearby battle in which a highly esteemed general, General Ashe and his men were "routed totally."
![Letter from John F. Grimke to General Robert Howe[?], May 16, 1778](https://rspace.library.cofc.edu/iiif/image/49028/full/200,/0/default.jpg)
