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Henry Knox To Lucy Knox On War News Family And Social Life 8 August 1779
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Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Lucy Knox on War News, Family and Social Life, 8 August 1779 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Lucy Knox on War News, Family and Social Life, 8 August 1779 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1779 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Requests that Lucy write to him and inform him of her health. Recently sent a letter to her through Major Bauman (Sebastian Bauman). Hopes to be so far informd [sic] of the Enemies intentions and designs, as to determine to have you nearer to me than at the present- I still entertain that hope though I am possess'd of no more materials than at that time to form a judgement. Expresses his wishes at length for a time when they no longer have to be separated. Reports that William, his brother, should have recently sailed (for Holland), but the departure of four British warships from New York, to counteract the Penobscot Expedition, has postponed William's plans to sail. Speculates as to the marriage of Lady Kitty and Mr. Duer (Catherine Alexander and William Duer), as Kitty had kept it a secret. Relates that he asked Colonel [May?] if Kitty and William were married, and May believed it was true that they were married for that the night before they had slept together at his house. This was convincing to me... I did not believe that Lady would merely for the Sake of the Jest and without any counter security go to bed even to Mr. Duer. In closing, asks Lucy to give his love to several people.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Lucy Knox on War News and News about His Brother William, 14 June 1779 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Lucy Knox on War News and News about His Brother William, 14 June 1779 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1779 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sends his wishes for her improved health. Reports that the enemy in his area have made no new movements. Relates news of General Benjamin Lincoln's victory against the British in South Carolina (Lincoln engaged the British as they retreated from a siege of Charleston, South Carolina). Declares God Grant it to be time as it will have a very principal influence in happily terminating the War. Relates that his brother William wrote from Hartford, Connecticut, stating he was able to procure bills of exchange, and expects to sail [for Holland] within three weeks. Sends his love to Lucy's cousins, Eliza and Sally. Asks how their baby daughter Julia is doing.
Book Synopsis Lucy Flucker to Henry Knox about Her Family, Servants and Social Life, 18 July 1776 by : Lucy Flucker Knox
Download or read book Lucy Flucker to Henry Knox about Her Family, Servants and Social Life, 18 July 1776 written by Lucy Flucker Knox and published by . This book was released on 1776 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Thanks Henry for taking the time to write her amidst the hurry of public business, referring to the revolutionary war activities in New York. Explains her travel plans, which will bring her to New Haven, Connecticut. Discusses their child's development, including mention of her beginning to talk, and prays that Henry will survive to take care of them. Discusses her reaction to a recent letter from William Knox that included news about her family and explains that she wants to send for her mother (see GLC002437.00368). Seeks a boy recently discharged from the army as a new servant since the negro is two heavy for the Horse. Has heard that Henry has been a little rough with Mrs. Airey and asks how she offended him. Explains that Airey has several of her bedding supplies and also owes her money. Defends herself against Henry's belief that she was coming to New York against his wishes. Mentions corresponding with several people. Discusses her satisfaction with her accommodations and addresses complaints Henry has heard. Inquires about Captain Sebastian Bauman. Mentions a couple of meetings, one with a forty-six year-old woman with infant twins. Comments that she needs to find pasture for two animals when she goes to New Haven.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Lucy Knox on War News and His Family's Health. Knox's Wife Lucy and His Daughter Julia are Extremely Sick., 29 June 1779 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Lucy Knox on War News and His Family's Health. Knox's Wife Lucy and His Daughter Julia are Extremely Sick., 29 June 1779 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1779 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Laments at length that he can not be with his wife and family (both Lucy and their infant daughter, Julia, are extremely sick). Has reason to believe the British have traveled down the river (the Hudson). Remarks that Continental posts near New Windsor are fortified well enough to discourage a British attack. Speculates that the British will try to draw Continental troops away from the more well-fortified areas. Reports that his brother, William may have sailed the previous Thursday [for Holland]. Contains some text loss due to a large central hole. Also contains extensive repair.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Lucy Knox on War News and Family, 20 May 1777 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Lucy Knox on War News and Family, 20 May 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: Year and day cited, but no month. Month inferred based on content. Recently visited posts in the Highlands (New York) with General Nathanael Greene. Notes that Mr. Wm. continues yet quiet in his quarters, but we have still reason to think he intends to evacuate the Jersies, tho' our information is not very perfect as I believe he has pretty much the act of keeping his intentions secret. Has not received new information regarding British General John Burgoyne's intentions to travel toward Boston. Hopes for a successful campaign during the upcoming summer. Wonders why he has not recently received letters from her or Billey, his brother William Knox. Asks about William's intentions to join the service. Also inquires as to an unspecified court measure that may affect Knox's house. Asks about Lucy's sister (possibly Hannah) and her husband, Captain [James] Urquhart. Writes, altho father mother sisters and brother has forsaken you yet my Love your Harry will ever esteem you ...
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Lucy Knox with Business and Family News, 23 August 1792 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Lucy Knox with Business and Family News, 23 August 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: Informs Lucy that he has been unable to make much progress in his attempt to purchase a tract of land. Mentions that he has received a letter from the President. Also touches on family news.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to William Knox with Family News and Discusses the War and Politics, 20 July 1781 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to William Knox with Family News and Discusses the War and Politics, 20 July 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: Thanks William for money he recently sent. Reports that Lucy Knox and their children have gone up the Hudson River on a visit. Discusses his hopes for an end to the Revolutionary War, writing I sincerely pray God that the War may be ended this campaign that public and private felicity may be again restored. Discusses British movement in the South, noting, Our affairs to the Southward have an agreeable aspect and convince us although the Enemy may establish posts, they cannot conquer the Country. Criticizes what he calls vile water-gruel governments which have taken place in most of the States... Praises Massachusetts, stating The same tone, sentiment, & exertion, pervading all the States would indisputably render this the last Campaign. Reports that the British recently sent ships up the Hudson River to sabotage Continental communication but were unsuccessful. Promises to write as often as possible, though the post follows a circuitous route. Written at Philipsburgh, New York (present-day Sleepy Hollow).
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Lucy Knox about Family and Business Matters and the Napoleonic Wars, 25 October 1805 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Lucy Knox about Family and Business Matters and the Napoleonic Wars, 25 October 1805 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1805 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Writes to his wife about his financial difficulties. Also discusses his plans for travel. Mentions news of the continental war commencing with [Napoleon] Bonaparte at its helm. Reports on several other matters pertaining to business associates and social acquaintances.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Lucy Knox about Various Matters Concerning Family and Friends, 8 July 1792 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Lucy Knox about Various Matters Concerning Family and Friends, 8 July 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: Expresses his happiness on hearing about his son Henry's current situation. Sends Lucy news of various acquaintances, which he lists by number. States that he is sorry to hear of Mrs. [Abigail] Adams's indisposition, noting that the Adams family has ordered their furniture to be shipped to Boston. Vice President John Adams plans to return to New York without his family. Reports that George and Martha Washington will be going to Mount Vernon the following Wednesday, and will not return until 15 October. Mentions the Ogdens, Mrs. Smith, the Izards, the Stewarts, and Count Andreani. Writes, My evenings cannot possibly be any cause of jealousy - They are stupid indeed... The City is dull enough. Only two tea parties since your absence. Reports that he has not sold to William Duer, and comments on Henry Jackson's dissatisfaction with their current land dealings. Relates, No Indian depredations lately - I hope they have called in their war parties - Our recruits are getting forward. Notes that he does not know whether the Winslows, Lucy's cousins, will accept his offer to buy land from them.
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 Lucy Knox about His Sadness that They're Apart and News of the War [incomplete], 26 July 1781 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Lucy Knox about His Sadness that They're Apart and News of the War [incomplete], 26 July 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: Knox writes to his wife from Philipsburgh (present-day Sleepy Hollow, New York). ... I have never found any absence from [Lucy] so truly insupportable as the present. I am alone amidst a croud [sic], and unhappy without my companion. Bemoans the War: ...vile I call it because it is a War upon the affections of humanity. It has deprived us of the right enjoyment of six years, long years of our Life-- a period infinitely too long to be engrossed by other objects than the business of Love. Discusses a recent reconnaissance mission to assess the British force in New York City with optimism, stating that many of the British troops in the vicinity will soon depart for Virginia. Reports that some of the Marquis de Lafayette's troops, led by General Anthony Wayne, had a recent encounter with the British under Lord Cornwallis (Knox is possibly referring to the engagement at Green Spring plantation 6 July 1781). Refers to General Nathanael Greene's May-June 1781 Siege of Ninety-Six, and praises Greene's actions in the south: His conduct has exhibited him a great man, and established his reputation beyond the powers of malice to injure it lastingly. Mentions arranging a place for Lucy to stay at a Dr. [Darbys] house. Possibly discussing slaves or servants, asks, whether you are pleas'd with your [Servant]. I want to know whether I can get Cato, you will exchange him for William... Lacks closing and possibly the address leaf.
Book Synopsis Lucy Knox to Henry Knox on Daily Life and Family, 23 August 1777 by : Lucy Flucker Knox
Download or read book Lucy Knox to Henry Knox on Daily Life and Family, 23 August 1777 written by Lucy Flucker Knox and published by . This book was released on 1777 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Notes that she is recovering from a four day illness. Describes her daily life in detail as requested by Henry. Rises at eight a.m., has breakfast for an hour, then reads, writes, or works until her solitary dinner at 2 p.m. Misses Henry intensely, noting that even the company of their daughter, Lucy, reminds her of his absence. Describes her afternoon rides in her chaise, and her visits to several friends. Mentions the loss of her immediate family, who as Loyalists fled from Boston. Expresses her wish to be with Henry. Refers to the Hero, a ship, which will soon sail for France. Discusses the loss of Ticonderoga (July 1777), mentioning Generals Arthur St. Clair, Phillip Schuyler, and Horatio Gates. Asks if Mrs. Greene (Catherine Littlefield Greene, Nathanael Greene's wife) is with Henry. Also asks if Henry's brother William will remain with Knox or if he will receive a commission. Discusses how men's fortunes have shifted due to economic change wrought by war. Also writes, ...I hope you will not consider yourself as commander in chief of your own house- but be convinced tho not in the affair of Mr. Coudre that there is such a thing as equal command (Coudre refers to the recent threat of the appointment Phillippe du Coudray to the head of artillery). Asks for square dollars so she can buy linen. Worries that Henry's long absence will lead him to forget her.
Book Synopsis Lucy Knox to Henry Knox about Life with Martha Washington and the Biddle Family, 29 September 1781 by : Lucy Flucker Knox
Download or read book Lucy Knox to Henry Knox about Life with Martha Washington and the Biddle Family, 29 September 1781 written by Lucy Flucker Knox and published by . This book was released on 1781 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Notes the very kind reception from the good Lady of this place [Martha Washington]. Gives news about their daughter Lucy, who is staying in Philadelphia. Colonel Clement Biddle and his wife will see her each Sunday. Pertinent correspondence will be forwarded to Knox. Requests that Knox write to Biddle to thank him. Expresses her desire for a home and rhetorically asks will the time ever come when we shall have a house of our own and our children about us[?] if not, life is undesirable. Reports difficulties with their son Harry. Mentions a rumored battle fought by General Nathanael Greene. The Continental Army began to invest the British works for the siege of Yorktown the day before.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Lucy Knox about War News and the Battle of Ticonderoga, 13 July 1777 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Lucy Knox about War News and the Battle of Ticonderoga, 13 July 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: Knox writes, the shortness of your two last letters were not very agreable [sic] to me... Discusses the Battle of Ticonderoga (2-6 July 1777): We have received... news of the evacuation of Ticonderoga pregnant in my opinion with the most disagreable [sic] consequences of any thing during the War... Mentions Generals John Burgoyne (British), Arthur St. Clair (American), and Philip Schuyler (American). Refers to a wagon of supplies Lucy sent to him. Wishes his brother William would not join the Army, but would instead remain in Boston, serving as a disinterested friend and protector for Lucy. Expects General William Howe to combine forces with Burgoyne at an unspecified point along the North River (the Hudson). Mentions that Mrs. Greene (Catherine Littlefield Greene, wife of General Nathanael Greene) arrived several days before. Discusses a letter he sent to John Hancock, President of the Continental Congress, inquiring if Congress intended to appoint Phillippe du Coudray in command of the Continental Artillery. Reports that Congress resolved that Knox's letter was an infringement on the Liberties of the people.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Lucy Knox Discussing Domestic Issues and War News, 19 August 1776 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Lucy Knox Discussing Domestic Issues and War News, 19 August 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: Discusses corresponding with his wife. Discusses domestic issues like food, clothing, and money, and a sick servant. Asks Lucy to assist Mrs. Jonathan Pollard, who is in need of money. Comments on firing on the Phoenix and other British vessels sailing up the Hudson river and receiving return fire. He expects General William Howe to attack at any time. Discusses Sarah Mifflin, the wife of Brigadier General Thomas Mifflin, as the only lady among the army. Tells Lucy to measure his affection by his letters' content, not their length. Notes that the newspapers are reporting 70,000 men in the area, but he dont believe the half of it.
Book Synopsis Lucy Knox to Henry Knox on Family and Social Affairs, 19 May 1785 by : Lucy Flucker Knox
Download or read book Lucy Knox to Henry Knox on Family and Social Affairs, 19 May 1785 written by Lucy Flucker Knox and published by . This book was released on 1785 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Knox's wife, Lucy, reports that Captain Callahan was unable to hire artisans from England: the sentiments of the english are so oppos'd to that class of persons coming out that he feared to make the attempt. Has received no recent news of William Knox, Henry's brother who suffered from mental illness. Mentions an unspecified match, possibly referring to William Knox's courtship of Henry Laurens's daughter (William had lapsed into insanity, and the courtship ended on dramatic, negative terms; refer to GLC02437.03082). Fears that William's malady is too deep for cure. Expresses joy at the safe arrival of Samuel Shaw, who recently returned from Canton (present-day Guangzhou, China). Hopes Knox, Secretary at War, will hire Shaw as an assistant.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Lucy Knox on War News, 6 October 1777 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Lucy Knox on War News, 6 October 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: Written from Artillery Park Camp, 25 miles from Philadelphia. Notes that he would have written more details earlier, but the success of the enterprise depended upon secrecy.... Gives an account of the Battle of Germantown (4 October 1777), in which a fog which was but moderate at first became so thick from the Continental firing of cannon... that it absolutely became impossible to see... Despite the conditions, reports, Our troops are in prodigious spirits at being able to drive nearly the whole collective force of the enemy so far- Relates that his brother, William Knox, behaved with Spirit. Also notes that General [Francis] Nash was injured by a cannon (Nash died from this wound). Forwarded from Hartford, Connecticut 18 October 1777 by Jonathan Trumbull and signed by Trumbull.
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