Genl.
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General.
Genl.
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Genl
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Example Sentences
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Mulligan thereafter called himself “Clothier to Genl. Washington,” but the tailor did not advertise his other service to the general.
From "George Washington, Spymaster" by Thomas B. Allen
The Genl. gave orders that every Officer's Watch should be set by his, and the Moment of Attack was fixed.
From The Campaign of 1776 around New York and Brooklyn by Johnston, Henry P.
Gen. Drum has arrived in Philadelphia and established his head-quarters there, as Adjutant Genl. to Maj.
From Mark Twain's Letters — Volume 1 (1835-1866) by Paine, Albert Bigelow
The Genl. said he would see about the matter, and give an answer the next morning.
From The Campaign of 1776 around New York and Brooklyn by Johnston, Henry P.
The Genl. wishes to have the troops provided with every thing necessary to give them a proper reception.
From The Campaign of 1776 around New York and Brooklyn by Johnston, Henry P.
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