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Henry Knox To George Washington Informing Washington That Expenses Of His Charge At West Point Exceeded His Expectations 29 September 1783
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Book Synopsis Henry Knox to George Washington Informing Washington that Expenses of His Charge at West Point Exceeded His Expectations, 29 September 1783 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to George Washington Informing Washington that Expenses of His Charge at West Point Exceeded His Expectations, 29 September 1783 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1783 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Knox, Commander at West Point, informs Washington (and Congress) that expenses of his charge at West Point exceeded his expectations, and he has used a considerable amount of his personal money to maintain the post. Hopes to be granted the same compensation as preceding commanders at West Point. Asks that Washington present his request before Congress. Knox's retained draft.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to George Washington on Military News and Orders, 3 September 1783 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to George Washington on Military News and Orders, 3 September 1783 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1783 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Knox, Commander at West Point, confirms receipt of a letter from Washington in which Washington ordered a suspension of the troops and stores destined to the Western posts. Reports that there are French refugees in the vicinity of West Point under the direction of a Major Merlet, who have drawn about one hundred rations to day for men women and children. Relates that Major [Caleb] Gibbs and the Second Massachusetts Regiment will arrive at West Point the same day this letter is written (Gibbs had traveled with his detachment to Philadelphia). Knox's retained draft.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to George Washington Informing Washington that He Will Procure Wood for the Garrison at West Point, 15 October 1783 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to George Washington Informing Washington that He Will Procure Wood for the Garrison at West Point, 15 October 1783 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1783 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Informs General George Washington that he shall set to work to procure...wood for the Garrison who will probably return here During the winter. Suggests someone whose term of service will soon expire to be in charge of receiving the discharges. Estimates more than five hundred such men on the returns, but states that they are unlikely to get more than three hundred and fifty working men. They have found a place where the wood may be easily attained. The men will bring it to the foot of the mountain, and from thence it will be transported by teams if they can be procured. Goes on to discuss discharges and promotions. Encloses returns of the troops and clothing. States that the men need clothing as they only have uniforms and other clothing from last spring. Watermarked with three fleur-de-lis in a crest and a crown over lettering. Knox's retained draft.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to George Washington Regarding a Return of Troops to Washington and Illness Among Soldiers in the West Point Vicinity, 10 September 1783 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to George Washington Regarding a Return of Troops to Washington and Illness Among Soldiers in the West Point Vicinity, 10 September 1783 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1783 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Knox, Commander at West Point, transmits a weekly return of troops to Washington, Commander in Chief of the Continental Army. Discusses illness among soldiers in the West Point vicinity: The troops having been uncommonly sickly for this place, and a malignant putrid fever being among their disorders, I have fixed upon the barrack at Constitution Island as an hospital... Discharged and furloughed some patients from the hospital at New Windsor, under the care of surgeon William Eustis. Reports, We have had cold unpleasant weather since commencement of the present month... [the troops] have only the remains of the thin under cloathes which they purchased in the spring. Regarding the uncertain date of discharge of troops following the recent signing of the Treaty of Paris (3 September 1783), Knox remarks, The officers in general are exceedingly anxious to have some final arrangements made... It is apparent from the foul, illiberal Spirit manifested by many parts of Connecticut, that their hands are outstretched against their officers. I mention these matters not with which to accelerate arrangements which might in some measure depend upon the British evacuating New York, but merely to share the anxiety of the officers... I am apprehensive that the preparations which have been made at this post to celebrate peace have been made in vain...
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to George Washington Requesting Information Regarding an Officers' Petition to Congress in which Officers Would be Granted Lands in Place of Their Back Pay, 17 September 1783 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to George Washington Requesting Information Regarding an Officers' Petition to Congress in which Officers Would be Granted Lands in Place of Their Back Pay, 17 September 1783 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1783 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Knox, Commander at West Point, writes, I cannot refrain from communicating the joy I feel, and the pleasure manifested by the officers in general, upon the noble testimony of gratitude exhibited by Congress in their resolve concerning the equestrian statue... Requests information regarding an officers' petition to Congress in which officers would be granted lands in place of their back pay. Assures Washington, Were the prayer of the petition to be granted, the officers in a very few years would make the swift settlement on the frontiers, and form a strong barrier against the barbarians... Suggests the creation of the office of master general of ordnance, noting that the current Minister of War (Benjamin Lincoln, Secretary at War) does not predict the appointment of a successor to his post. Asserts that the master general of ordnance would ...reside near Congress to execute such orders as they should think proper for the dignity or security of the republick. Expresses his wish for Washington to keep this letter in confidence. Notes that if he were appointed as master general of ordnance, he would give the post his zealous assistance. His wife Lucy sends her respectful regards to Martha Washington. Knox's retained draft.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to George Washington Regarding a Weekly Return of Troops, 17 September 1783 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to George Washington Regarding a Weekly Return of Troops, 17 September 1783 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1783 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Knox, Commander at West Point, encloses a weekly return of troops (see GLC02437.10140). Reports that he appointed a board to inspect the decrepit and infirm, to determine those who were unfit for service. Sixty-one soldiers were deemed unfit for service, and Knox asks for Washington's approval to discharge these men with a pension. Comments on cannons and military stores. Knox's retained draft.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to George Washington Regarding the Preparation of the Barracks at West Point for the Winter, 2 October 1783 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to George Washington Regarding the Preparation of the Barracks at West Point for the Winter, 2 October 1783 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1783 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Knox, Commander at West Point, reports that he did not receive Washington's two most recent dispatches. Plans to continue to discharge the invalids and those whose times of service may shortly expire. Requires Washington's instructions regarding preparing the barracks [at West Point] for 3,000 men for the winter. Remarks, The british unreasonably protract the evacuation of New York. They appear to be ready either to go or stay as shall be most condusive [sic] to their views. Major [Sebastian] Bauman, recently in New York, reported that the British would not get away untill December. If his conjecture should be right they will hardly go at that time. Your Excellency is probably posses'd of such information, as to enable you to decide with precision as per their intuitions. Notes that Lieutenant Colonel Villefranche (Chevalier de Villefranche), Major [Pierre] L'Enfant, and Major [Stephen] Rochefontaine would be well pleased to stay in the American Service. They wish however to retain their rank in the french Army and to go to France this winter.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to William Allen Informing Allen that General George Washington is at West Point to Make the Reduction of the Army, 18 November 1783 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to William Allen Informing Allen that General George Washington is at West Point to Make the Reduction of the Army, 18 November 1783 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1783 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Relates that General George Washington is at West Point to make the reduction of the Army. Relays Washington's orders that Allen, or the officer commanding the Rhode Island troops at Saratoga, collect your men, and give them their discharges and turn in the arms ammunition accoutrements, and all public stores in your possession to Mr. Nicholas Quackenbush, assistant Quartermaster at Albany. Asks for returns of stores, officers, and the number of men discharged. Watermarked. Refer to GLC02437.02858, GLC02437.02863, and GLC02437.10195 for related correspondence.
Book Synopsis George Washington to Henry Knox Regarding the Number of Troops to be Stationed at West Point During the Winter, 8 October 1783 by : George Washington
Download or read book George Washington to Henry Knox Regarding the Number of Troops to be Stationed at West Point During the Winter, 8 October 1783 written by George Washington and published by . This book was released on 1783 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reports receiving a letter from Knox, delivered by Captain Shaw (possibly Samuel Shaw, Knox's aide-de-camp). Informs Knox, commanding at West Point, he has been impatiently waiting for Congress to decide the number of troops to be stationed at West Point during the winter. Relates that some members of Congress seem reluctant to lessen the present force while the British remain in the United States. Intends to send orders to Colonel [Timothy] Pickering, Quarter Master General, to extend winter provisions for the supply of 2500-3000 men. Notes that Shaw has gone to Philadelphia. Docketed in Knox's hand.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to George Washington about Provisions at West Point, 11 September 1782 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to George Washington about Provisions at West Point, 11 September 1782 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1782 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses problems with the issuance of provisions at West Point. Knox's retained draft.
Book Synopsis George Washington to Benjamin Lincoln Regarding Extra Allowances for Henry Knox, 6 June 1783 by : George Washington
Download or read book George Washington to Benjamin Lincoln Regarding Extra Allowances for Henry Knox, 6 June 1783 written by George Washington and published by . This book was released on 1783 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written from military Headquarters in New York. Washington, Commander in Chief of Continental forces, writes to Lincoln, Secretary at War. Discusses extra allowances requested by General Henry Knox, declaring the allowances perfectly reasonable and well founded. Attests that Knox's position as commander at West Point (1782-1783) required extra expenses (in 1782, Knox entertained many French officers in the area). Written in the hand of Samuel Shaw, Knox's aide. Docket indicates this letter is a copy.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to George Washington Regarding a Return of the Troops, 24 September 1783 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to George Washington Regarding a Return of the Troops, 24 September 1783 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1783 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sends a return of the troops (not included). Written and signed for Knox by Samuel Shaw, Knox's aide de camp. Retained copy.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to George Washington Regarding His Departure from West Point to Boston, 9 January 1784 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to George Washington Regarding His Departure from West Point to Boston, 9 January 1784 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1784 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Knox reports that he has made all the necessary arrangements to leave West Point and in a few [hours]... shall set out for Boston. The public interest has been my actuating principle in the cause of this business and I flatter myself will meet your approbation. Arranged matters so that officers detained at West Point can be permitted to draw rations. Knox's retained draft.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Benjamin Lincoln Regarding Lincoln Passing Dobbs Ferry and Questions Over Military Salaries and Compensation, 30 September 1783 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Benjamin Lincoln Regarding Lincoln Passing Dobbs Ferry and Questions Over Military Salaries and Compensation, 30 September 1783 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1783 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Knox, Commander at West Point, writes, A Report has been brought by the Garrison, that you have passed the river at Dobb's [Dobbs Ferry]- It would be unnecessary to say how much this mortifies me, but the urgency of your affairs, has undoubtedly been so great as to oblige you to pass as unnoticed. Relates that he was unaware that the salary given to previous commanders at West Point was withdrawn when he took command. Requests from Lincoln, Secretary at War, the same compensation as his predecessors, noting Certainly I have expended as much as any of them, and I only ask the same allowance. This is but common justice. If it is not granted to me it will have an ugly aspect... Remarks that he has presented the matter to General George Washington. Knox hopes he shall leave no cause of complaining of unequal rewards for the same services.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to George Washington Discussing Regiments Winter Quarters and Evacuation of New York, 29 October 1783 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to George Washington Discussing Regiments Winter Quarters and Evacuation of New York, 29 October 1783 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1783 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses the winter quarters for various regiments located in and around the area of West Point. Mentions the British evacuation of New York City which may or may not happen soon. Knox also offers to host Washington if he travels to New York City or Boston. Knox's retained draft.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to George Washington Informing Him of the Sending of Weekly Returns, 22 October 1783 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to George Washington Informing Him of the Sending of Weekly Returns, 22 October 1783 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1783 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Informs General Washington that he is sending the weekly returns with other information to him (not included). Knox's retained draft.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to George Washington with News from West Point, 18 April 1781 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to George Washington with News from West Point, 18 April 1781 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1781 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: [Lewis] Garanger gave some specimens of his knowledge in artillery at West Point. Mentions Major Sebastian Bauman, commander of artillery at West Point, who was in charge of assessing Garanger's knowledge of artillery.
