Philadelphia April 4th 1789.

Dear General

I most sincerely congratulate you upon your election to the most dignified station in the nation, and I pray God to continue your services to your Country for many years.

As you will soon be involved in a multiplicity of Business, I take the liberty to beg the favor of such Testimonial of my Services in the late army, as you may think me entitled to.I have with reluctance made this application, but as circumstance may render it necessary, trust I shall be excused. With most respectfull Compliments to your Lady I have the Honor to be with the most perfect attachment & respect Dear General your most Obedt Servt

Daniel Brodhead