Colonel Arnold to General Montgomery

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Camp before Quebeck, November 16, 1775.

DEAR SIR: My last was of the 14th inst. , advising you of my crossing the St. Lawrence, and being before Quebeck; since which, I have not had the pleasure of hearing from you. I then informed you of my situation and prospects. Fearing that may have miscarried, I have thought proper to despatch the bearer, a merchant of Quebeck, and particular friend of mine, who has been kind enough to offer his service, and will inform you more fully than in my power to write, I am very anxious to hear from you, and much more so to see you here.

I am, dear Sir, with great esteem, your obedient humble servant,

BENEDICT ARNOLD.

Brigadier-General Montgomery.