Copy of Articles of Capitulation, for Wintermoot's Fort, July 1, 1778.
Art. 1st. That Lieut. Elisha Scovell surrender the Fort, with the
Stores, arms and ammunition, that are in said fort, as well public as
private, to Major John Butler.
2d. That the garrison shall not bear arms during the present contest;
and Major Butler promises that the men, women and children shall not be
hurt, either by Indians or Rangers.