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Henry Knox To John Brooks Informing Him That He Has Been Made A Brigadier General 12 April 1792
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Book Synopsis Henry Knox to John Brooks Informing Him that He Has Been Made a Brigadier General, 12 April 1792 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to John Brooks Informing Him that He Has Been Made a Brigadier General, 12 April 1792 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1792 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Letter signed by Knox as Secretary of War to Brigadier General Brooks. Informs Brooks that he has been appointed a brigadier general in the U.S. Army. Says he must write to accept or deny the rank. If he accepts the rank he must go to Philadelphia immediately. Includes a list of pay rations and emoluments for commissioned and non-commissioned officers as well as privates.
Book Synopsis John Brooks to Henry Knox Regarding New Appointments in the Army, 24 April 1792 by : John Brooks
Download or read book John Brooks to Henry Knox Regarding New Appointments in the Army, 24 April 1792 written by John Brooks and published by . This book was released on 1792 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Thanks Knox for his letter announcing the arrangement of the new general officers of the army. Does not feel he can provide an official opinion until he has more information about the ranks and pay scales associated with the positions, so he writes to ask Knox several questions on the subject. Among his comments about candidates, he states that he should have priority of rank over General [Marinus] Willett.
Book Synopsis William Hull to Henry Knox about Military Appointments, 17 May 1792 by : William Hull
Download or read book William Hull to Henry Knox about Military Appointments, 17 May 1792 written by William Hull and published by . This book was released on 1792 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Writes that he only just received Knox's letter of 7 May. Was informed by General [John] Brooks that Brooks declined his appointment as a Brigadier General. As for his own appointment, since accepting would dramatically change his life, he hopes Knox will allow him to spend a bit more time making the decision. Free handwritten on address leaf with no signature.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox, a Soldier of the Revolution by : Noah Brooks
Download or read book Henry Knox, a Soldier of the Revolution written by Noah Brooks and published by . This book was released on 1900 with total page 388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis John Brooks to Henry Knox Declining a Military Position, 14 June 1791 by : John Brooks
Download or read book John Brooks to Henry Knox Declining a Military Position, 14 June 1791 written by John Brooks and published by . This book was released on 1791 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Marked private. Written by Brooks who had a medical practice in Medford and was a federal marshal to Secretary of War Knox. Says he was offered a chance to reenter the service by Henry Jackson. After some reflection he says he has to decline. Expresses gratitude for the offer and Knox's friendship. Says he has arrived at a period of life which will not admit of hazarding my future fortune on contingencies - such contingencies at least as present themselves to me in contemplating the appointment in question, I could answer it neither to my family, nor my own mind to relinquish my prospects here, which, altho not great, are certain, with a view to a command that promises little, if at all, more than a bare subsistance [sic]. He eventually admits the real reason for his refusal: he was offered the rank of lieutenant colonel, which was the rank he possessed from 1778-1783. Says I am not unapprehensive, should I resume the rank I held in the late army from the year 1778, to the close of the war, my friends here, & the people at large to whom I am known, would withdraw from me those marks of consideration, to which they, now suppose me to be intitled. You may perhaps now think me both vain & Squeamish: I mean to be neither. I can have no conception that a man of reflection can be insensible of his own powers, nor of the estimate made of him by the world...
Book Synopsis Reply from Henry Knox to John Brooks Regarding Recent Military Appointments, 3 May 1792 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Reply from Henry Knox to John Brooks Regarding Recent Military Appointments, 3 May 1792 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1792 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Marked private. Received his recent letter, and apologizes that his business difficulties have prevented him from answering his questions. Comments on several issues Brooks brought up in his letter regarding new appointments of military officers, and the benefits associated with the positions (see GLC02437.05427 for Brooks' letter to Knox).
Book Synopsis Henry Knox, a Soldier of the Revolution ... by : Noah Brooks
Download or read book Henry Knox, a Soldier of the Revolution ... written by Noah Brooks and published by . This book was released on 1900 with total page 454 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Life and Correspondence of Henry Knox by : Francis Samuel Drake
Download or read book Life and Correspondence of Henry Knox written by Francis Samuel Drake and published by . This book was released on 1873 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Lucy Knox with News of the State of the Army, 2 January 1777 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Lucy Knox with News of the State of the Army, 2 January 1777 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1777 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Longs to be with her, and hopes that he will have a chance at the end of winter. The men are fighting on past their enlistment dates and have high spirits but want Rum and clothing. Informs her that he has been made Brigadier General over all artillery, which was unsolicited on my part, tho' I cannot say unexpected. Says that people are too lavish in their praise of him, and that he possesses nothing more than industry and love of country. War my Lucy is not a humane trade, and says the attack on Trenton damaged the residents there. Dated 1776, but written 1777.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Marinus Willett Regarding the Indian War, 18 April 1792 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Marinus Willett Regarding the Indian War, 18 April 1792 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1792 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Writes that he regrets Willett's decision not to accept an appointment as Brigadier General. Mentions that the President has read Willett's letter regarding his negative views on the Indian War. Seems to comment on many of the points Willett made in his letter (not present). Largely illegible, but contains key information on Knox's beliefs about the Indian War.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to William Hull about Military Appointments, 20 May 1792 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to William Hull about Military Appointments, 20 May 1792 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1792 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Marked Private. From a prior meeting, Knox assured President Washington that Hull would accept his military appointment, and in this letter, discusses directly with Hull whether he will accept or decline. Also mentions General [John] Brooks' recent decision to decline the appointment.
Book Synopsis John Brooks to Henry Knox with a Recommendation for the Army, 13 September 1794 by : John Brooks
Download or read book John Brooks to Henry Knox with a Recommendation for the Army, 13 September 1794 written by John Brooks and published by . This book was released on 1794 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Recommends a captain for a position in the national army. Notes the gentleman has distinguished himself as an officer and is currently in the Boston, Massachusetts regiment of militia.
Book Synopsis John Brooks to Henry Knox Discussing Various Political Subjects, 25 December 1785 by : John Brooks
Download or read book John Brooks to Henry Knox Discussing Various Political Subjects, 25 December 1785 written by John Brooks and published by . This book was released on 1785 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: John Brooks, a member of the Massachusetts General Court, writes to Knox on a wide variety of political subjects. Discusses the Society of the Cincinnati, land grants to common people, redress of grievances of the public, and the passage of a treason act. Also reports the opinion of their mutual friend Putnam [perhaps General Rufus Putnam] on these subjects. Lastly, he and his wife send their regards to Mrs. Lucy Knox. A small piece of the page was torn away but has been retained with the document.
Book Synopsis A Letter from Henry Knox to William Knox on Family and War News, 5 August 1781 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book A Letter from Henry Knox to William Knox on Family and War News, 5 August 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: Written at camp near Dobbs Ferry by Brigadier General Knox to his brother William Knox. References William's letter of 25 July 1781. Says he wrote last week and hopes he has received the letter as the post office has been unreliable. It seems that someone in Lucy Knox's family is dying, but Henry says he will not tell her because she will be afflicted by it beyond moderation. Says her family in England will want to know of this information, and wants to be informed when a Mrs. Winslow will sail for Plymouth, so he can write to Lucy's sisters and mother. Says the destruction of paper money will damage the cause. Says the stoppage [of paper money] will create a distress here[.] I am pretty certain it will be temporary. I shall consider it as the dawn of returning honesty and industry. Says they have enough troops to defend themselves, but not to undertake an offensive campaign. References Major General Nathanael Greene's siege at Ninety Six in South Carolina. Says Greene could not storm the position, but that the siege forced the enemy to abandon the position and retire to Charleston. Claims that Twice General Greene has fought General Actions [at Guilford Courthouse and Hobkirk Hill] was defeated completely and yet reaped all the consequences of victory. Says the British probably have control of Plymouth, Virginia, Charleston, South Carolina, and Savannah, Georgia. Says the American and French armies are in the most perfect harmony.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to William Knox about a Plot Against Washington and the Course of the War, 1 July 1776 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to William Knox about a Plot Against Washington and the Course of the War, 1 July 1776 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1776 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Chastises William for not writing more. Discusses the recent Tory plot to either capture or assassinate George Washington and the subsequent hanging of a member of the General's Guard named John Rickey, a misidentification of Thomas Hickey, the only person hanged for the conspiracy. Discusses General William Howe's position at Sandy Hook with 130 ships and his ability to strike the city in about three hours. They are expecting an attack any time and Henry speculates that if Howe comes up like a man and brings his ships too before our Batteries, there must be the finest sight...that ever was seen. Discusses the Continental Army's preparedness, mentioning that he has 1200 men and that the inhospitable sentiment in New York has bolstered their determination. Reports that Lucy, General Greens lady [Catherine Green], and Mrs. Jonathan Pollard have gone to Fairfield, Connecticut. Discusses the invasion of Canada, indicating that the Continental Army has been forced back and hopes to make a stand at Fort Ticonderoga and Crown Point. Asks William to inform Captain Ebenezer Stevens wife that he loves her. Also asks him to show this letter to Mr. Jackson, possible Henry Jackson, and to tell him that he spoke with George Washington about ordering arms. Hopes to inform William of the campaign's commencement in his next letter. Offers salutations to friends and family in Boston from himself and Lucy Knox and reminds William to take care of the business there. Mentions that twenty two men and four officers were taken from a ship called the Greyhound. The expected attack did not occur until 12 July 1776.
Book Synopsis John Brooks to Henry Knox Seeking a Government Appointment, August 1789 by : John Brooks
Download or read book John Brooks to Henry Knox Seeking a Government Appointment, August 1789 written by John Brooks and published by . This book was released on 1789 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Writes that he has not composed a letter to Knox for awhile in order not to interrupt the business of his office, and also, in order not to be a burden. Discusses his poor financial prospects and wishes for a government appointment. Asks Knox about his prospects for receiving a position, now and in the future. He and his wife send their respects to Mrs. Knox. Date taken from docket.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to William Hull Discussing General Brook, 6 May 1792 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to William Hull Discussing General Brook, 6 May 1792 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1792 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Marked as Private. Briefly discusses General Brook's appointment and whether he will accept or decline.
