Macdonald, John. Interview with Van Cortlandt, Pierre, 1762-1848; (1845-10-31). Experiencing the Neutral Ground of the American Revolution: The McDonald Interviews, WCHS item 1106. Transcription courtesy of the Westchester County Historical Society (No copyright - United States).

- Hufeland Index Page 238 - October 31st . General Pierre Van Courtland, of Peekskill: "The hill east of and adjacent to the Post Road about a quarter or a half a mile south of my house and contiguous to the 'Old Orchard' is the spot where the Picket Guard of the British was posted in 1777, when it was attacked by Colonel Willett. There is a deep valley (that is, the Peekskill …

There is a deep valley (that is, the Peekskill valley) every part of which is conspicuous from the Hill, on its left or west flank; and which at that time was covered with brush and wood, and much less conspicuous from the Hill - Along this valley or depressed ground Willett, probably (?), advanced. Shortly before his death he spoke of it and - Hufeland Index Page 239 …