The following is an installment of “On This Day,” a series celebrating America’s 250th anniversary by following the actions of Gen. George Washington, the Continental Congress, and the men and women whose bravery and sacrifice led up to the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

Gen. George Washington has now reached New London, Connecticut.

We know the exact time as 1 p.m because of an expense account kept by one of his aides-de-camp, William Palfrey, who recorded payment for food, ferries, and baggage handling, along with other associated costs of a journey........

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