Camp Valley Forge March 28th 1778
Sir
Having lately agreed to the Exchange of Captain Manley1 for Capt. Furneaux2 late of the Syren frigate, I must beg the favour of your giving Orders for his being immediately sent into New Port, which I have engaged shall be done without delay.—
He must previously pay off all arrears due for Board &c Have the Honor to be [&c.]
Elias Boudinot Com: Genl: of Prisoners
L, R-Ar, Letters to the Governor (1778), vol. 12, p. 50. Addressed at foot: "His Excy Nicholas Cook Esqr."
1. Capt. John Manley, Continental Navy.
2. Capt. Tobias Furneaux, R.N.
