Note K — TO GENERAL JOSEPH REED.
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M'Kenney's Ferry, 25th December, 1776, 6 o'clock, P. M.
Dear Sir,—Notwithstanding the discouraging accounts I have received from Col. Reed, of what might be expected from the operations below, I am determined, as the night is favourable, to cross the river, and make the attack on Trenton in the morning. If you can do nothing real, at least create as great a diversion as possible.
I am, sir, your most obedient servant,
GEO. WASHINGTON.