His Excellency General Washington.
New York, Sept. 26, 1780.
SIR,
Being informed that the King's Adjutant General in America has been stopt, under Major General Arnold's passports, and is detained a prisoner in your Excellency's army, I have the honour to inform you, Sir, that I permitted Major Andre to go to Major General Arnold, at the particular request of that general officer. You will perceive, Sir, by the inclosed paper, that a flag of truce was sent to receive Major Andre, and passports granted for his return, I therefore can have no doubt but your Excellency will immediately direct, that this officer has permission to return to my orders at New York.
I have the honour to be, your Excellency's most obedient and most humble servt. H. CLINTON.
His Excellency General Washington.
New York, Sept. 26, 1780.
SIR,