ABBOTT, Samuel.

Document Signed.

      Norwich 1778 - Colonel in the Continental Army who is best known for his participation in the defenses of the Commonwealth of Connecticut, often assigned to General Tyler's Brigade. A very scarce war-date field-issued Regimental Orders, 8vo., 1 page, Norwich, June 6, 178, to Captain Elijah Bachus: "Regimental Orders, In pursuance to orders from General Tyler,you are forthwith to make a peremptory detachment of 1 corporal and 2 able bodied men who by law are liable to do duty out of the state.have them properly equipped and ready to march on the shortest notice. Very good with original wax sealant still visible.