George Washington to Thomas Sim Lee

I have lately been informed, that a number of Soldiers, belonging to the Army which had served in Virginia, were, on their return from thence, left sick in Annapolis, and that they are now in a very distressed situation for the want of Cloathing, and other necessaries. I shall direct the Clothier to send such Articles as are most necessary, as soon as may be; and in the mean time will pray your Excellency that any assistance in the power of the State, may be granted to them; and which I am confident will be done, on account of their meritorious services, as well as for the sake of humanity itself which is particularly interested, in the preservation and relief of those pining under the pressure of want and disease.

I have the honor etc. ¹