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Henry Knox To George Washington Regarding A Debt Incurred By Pierre Lenfant 13 June 1786
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Book Synopsis Copy of a Letter from Henry Knox to George Washington Regarding a Debt Incurred by Pierre L'Enfant, 13 June 1786 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Copy of a Letter from Henry Knox to George Washington Regarding a Debt Incurred by Pierre L'Enfant, 13 June 1786 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1786 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Later copy of GLC02437.03273.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to George Washington Regarding a Debt Incurred by Pierre L'Enfant, 13 June 1786 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to George Washington Regarding a Debt Incurred by Pierre L'Enfant, 13 June 1786 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1786 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explains an issue with Major Pierre L'Enfant and the Society of Cincinnati. Major L'Enfant was sent to France to present Eagles to the French members of the society, at the society's expense. Was granted a sum of money for the purpose, but in his zeal to serve the society, he had more than 100 extra Eagles cast by the artist there, Mr. Francastle (goldsmith Nicolas-Jean Francastel). When he returned to America, he found that the society could not reimburse the extra expense, and the Eagles were not selling. The debt could ruin the Major, and Knox is concerned for him, as well as for the reputation of the society. Has discussed it with the Major and he would like to wait till the next society meeting, which will be in May 1787, and hopes that an inquiry will find that he was acting appropriately and help him with the debt. Would like Washington's opinion on the subject. Knox's retained draft.
Book Synopsis Copy of a Letter from Henry Knox to Marquis de Lafayette Discussing Foreign and Domestic Affairs, William Knox, and Pierre L'Enfant's Debt, 16 June 1786 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Copy of a Letter from Henry Knox to Marquis de Lafayette Discussing Foreign and Domestic Affairs, William Knox, and Pierre L'Enfant's Debt, 16 June 1786 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1786 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Later copy of letter written by Knox to Lafayette at GLC02437.03276. Thanks Lafayette for the kind treatment given to his brother William. Discusses the affair of Major Pierre Charles L'Enfant, who had been sent to France in 1783 to purchase jeweled eagle badges for the members of the Society of the Cincinnati. L'Enfant returned to America in 1784 and brought back many badges purchased on credit. The price proved too high for some officers, which left L'Enfant in a bind. Goes on to say that the Society approved of L'Enfant's conduct and owed 630 dollars to him for his services in France, which Knox says was recently offered to him. L'Enfant refused the payment until the entire issue of the badges purchased on credit is cleared up with the Society. Says L'Enfant will write to Lafayette. Reports he will keep Washington informed. Written on lined paper with an embossed image of a building on the upper left corner.
Book Synopsis George Washington to Henry Knox Asking Knox's Advice Regarding the Society of the Cincinnati, 1 June 1786 by : George Washington
Download or read book George Washington to Henry Knox Asking Knox's Advice Regarding the Society of the Cincinnati, 1 June 1786 written by George Washington and published by . This book was released on 1786 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Transmits a letter (not included) and asks Knox's advice regarding the Society of the Cincinnati. Notes that all papers of the Society are in the care of the Society's Secretary General, thus he cannot answer Mr. Jefferson's questions (possibly Thomas Jefferson, who was critical of the Society). Notes that some Society members obtained badges from Major [Pierre Charles] L'Enfant's Agency. Criticizes the badges L'Enfant created, noting that L'Enfant overcharged for the badges and misused the money he received. Has not seen L'Enfant since a Society meeting in 1784.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Marquis de Lafayette Discussing Foreign and Domestic Affairs, William Knox, and Pierre L'Enfant's Debt, 16 June 1786 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Marquis de Lafayette Discussing Foreign and Domestic Affairs, William Knox, and Pierre L'Enfant's Debt, 16 June 1786 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1786 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to William Gordon about George Washington, 2 April 1786 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to William Gordon about George Washington, 2 April 1786 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1786 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Writes that he is unaware of a present being sent from the King of France to General George Washington; declares that Colonel Laurens received money and goods but he thought they had been purchased. Provides information about a wartime incident featuring General Washington and the Comte de Grasse (much of this section is crossed out). May have been verifying information for the Reverend Doctor Gordon's history of the war (see GLC02437.03247). See GLC02437.03258 for a legible copy of the section describing this incident.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to George Washington Regarding the Continental Army, 18 June 1778 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to George Washington Regarding the Continental Army, 18 June 1778 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1778 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Document in Samuel Shaw's hand, and signed by Shaw for Knox, giving Knox's opinion on several questions posed by Washington. Writes, ...it would be a most criminal degree of madness to hazard a general action at this time with the enemy, as by it we might lose every advantage which a three years war, combined with many fortunate circumstances, have given to America. Suggests the Continental Army remain at Valley Forge until the British completely evacuate Philadelphia. Does not advise a detachment to be sent to reinforce Continental troops in New Jersey. Gives advice for securing the sick and stores if the Continental Army should have to immediately evacuate their position at Valley Forge.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to George Washington with Updates on Shays' Rebellion, 21 December 1786 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to George Washington with Updates on Shays' Rebellion, 21 December 1786 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1786 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Writes, The insurgents who were assembled at Worcester in Massachusetts have disbanded- The people at Boston seem to be glad at this event and say it was the effect of fear- But the fact is that the insurgents effected their object, which was to prevent the Court of Common Pleas from proceeding to business. It is probable that the seizing some of the insurgents at Middlesex occasioned a greater number of them to assemble at Worcester than otherwise would have assembled merely on Account of preventing the common Pleas. Adds that it appears that the government planned to bring the insurgents to action but was prevented by uncommonly deep snow. Declares, The commotions of Massachusetts have wrought prodigious changes in the minds of men in that State respecting the Powers of Government every body says they must be strengthned, and that unless this shall be effected, there is no Security for liberty or Property. Hopes to see Washington along with Colonel [Jeremiah] Wadsworth in Philadelphia in a few days. Retained copy.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to George Washington about Their Friendship and the Inadequacies of the Political System, 23 October 1786 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to George Washington about Their Friendship and the Inadequacies of the Political System, 23 October 1786 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1786 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Writes that he hopes to be able to visit General Washington at Mount Vernon soon. Is convinced of the General's affection for him and feels sure that his limited correspondence will not be misconstrued; is aware that responding to too many letters can be difficult, and he has been traveling to and from Massachusetts on both public and private business, which has prevented him from writing. Argues that the political system currently in place is inadequate: The powers of Congress are utterly inadequate to preserve the balance between the respective States, and oblige them to do those things which are essential for [strikeout] their own welfare or for the general good. Believes that all states are at odds with each other, at odds with the central government, and at odds within themselves. Comments that the political machine works against the public interest, especially regarding taxes. Writes, we have arrived at that point of time, in which we are forced to see our own humiliation as a nation and that a progression in this line cannot be productive of happiness either private or public - Something is wanting - and something must [struck: be obtained] be done, or we shall be involved in all the horror of faction and civil war, without a prospect of its termination. Has reason to believe there will be war with the Indians in the frontier, and explains that more troops will be added in the region. Also adds his sadness at the recent death of General [Nathanael] Greene, and his happiness at the birth of another daughter. He and his wife send their love to Washington and his wife. Knox's retained draft.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to George Washington Informing Washington He Has Accepted the Role of Secretary at War and Other Business Matters, 24 March 1785 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to George Washington Informing Washington He Has Accepted the Role of Secretary at War and Other Business Matters, 24 March 1785 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1785 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Requests a certificate from Washington for Winthrop Sargent, who Knox describes as really clever and... an excellent artillery officer. Promises to procure limestone when the weather improves. Discusses Washington's refusal of a gift from the Legislature of Virginia. States, My jealousy for your fame is so high, that I should prefer seeing you cincinnatus like, following your plow rather than accepting the least pecuniary reward for services, which fairly challenge the approbation of posterity, but thank the supreme God, you are happily placed above the necessity of receiving any assistance. Suggests the money should instead go to the maintenance of the widows, and the support and education of the orphans of those men of their own line... Reports that he accepted the appointment of Secretary at War, noting From the habits imbibed during the War, and from the opinion of my friends, that I should make but an indifferent trader, I thought upon mature consideration that it was well to accept it... Complains of the position's low salary ([Dollar sign]2450 per year), discussing his relatively precarious financial state. Text extends into the margins of pages two and three. Knox's retained draft.
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 Henry Knox to George Washington about Various Troop Formations, 25 June 1783 by : Henry Knox
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Book Synopsis Copy of a Letter from Henry Knox to George Washington Regarding the Provision of Artillery and the Capture of Montreal, 27 November 1775 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Copy of a Letter from Henry Knox to George Washington Regarding the Provision of Artillery and the Capture of Montreal, 27 November 1775 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1775 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A highly detailed letter in which Knox reports on his efforts to obtain ordnance in New York City for the Continental Army in Cambridge. Discusses similar, unsuccessful activities in regard to the activities of a man named Colonel Read, and his problems with the committee sitting during the recess of the Second Continental Congress, possibly the Second Provincial Congress, which met in New York in late 1775 or the Committee of Safety. Reports Colonel Alexander McDougall's promise to exert his influence on the committee and have them send munitions to Cambridge immediately. Seeks permission to have McDougall arrange for some artillery pieces to be cast at a New York foundry. Informs Washington that he will leave for Fort Ticonderoga the following day, and expresses worries about the size of artillery he will be able to transport. Relays detailed news from Robert Livingston about the easy American victory at Montreal on 13 November 1775 that Knox believes has not reached Washington yet. Asks Washington to order Lieutenant Colonel William Burbeck to build carriages for the new artillery pieces. Has sketch of an unnamed fort on verso. Knox's retained working draft.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to George Washington Regarding a Leave of Absence, 13 January 1783 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to George Washington Regarding a Leave of Absence, 13 January 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 requests Washington to grant a 12-14 day leave of absence to Lieutenant Colonel Johnson of Colonel Swift's regiment. Notes that Johnson's family is in distress due to a shortage of grain.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to George Washington about Upcoming Campaign, 29 June 1781 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to George Washington about Upcoming Campaign, 29 June 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: Mentions doubts George Washington expressed in a previous letter regarding the upcoming campaign (initially the campaign was to be against the British in New York, but Washington revised these plans to launch the Siege of Yorktown). Discusses arrangements [Knox] made with General [Ezekiel] Cornell, a Continental Congressman, to obtain supplies.
Book Synopsis George Washington to Henry Knox Regarding Sending Knox to Stop NJ from Forming Its Own Army, 18 June 1780 by : George Washington
Download or read book George Washington to Henry Knox Regarding Sending Knox to Stop NJ from Forming Its Own Army, 18 June 1780 written by George Washington and published by . This book was released on 1780 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sending Knox in an attempt to keep New Jersey from forming a separate army.
Book Synopsis George Washington to Henry Knox Regarding Previous Letters and Papers, Approximately 1798 by : George Washington
Download or read book George Washington to Henry Knox Regarding Previous Letters and Papers, Approximately 1798 written by George Washington and published by . This book was released on 1798 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Refers to a letter and other papers of a Mr. Anderson. Provides an enclosure for Mr. Cameron. Instructs Knox to return the enclosure to Washington.
