In Council of Safety,
Philadelphia, December 2, 1776.
Sir.
The army under General Howe has taken possession of Brunswick— General Washington, not having a sufficient number of men to oppose the enemy, is obliged to retreat before them— Vigor and spirit alone can save us— There is no time for words— Exert yourselves now like Freemen.
By order of the Council.
David Rittenhouse.
Vice President.
To the Colonels or Commanding officers of the respective battalions.
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