George Washington's 1777 Letter for Sale at $150,000

A rare letter written by George Washington on May 7, 1777, during the American Revolutionary War is being sold for $150,000 by The Raab Collection. Addressed to Brigadier General Samuel Holden Parsons, the letter was penned shortly after the British ransacked a military supply depot in Danbury, Connecticut. Despite this setback, Washington expressed confidence in the resilience of American militiamen and foresaw that any British attacks would be met with strong resistance, highlighting the resolve of the colonists. Historically significant, the letter was hidden in a private collection in New England for years before being made available for sale. Nathan Raab, president of the collection, emphasized its value as a piece of American history, reflecting the spirit of the revolution and the strategic mindset of Washington during a critical phase of the war.