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Henry Knox To Marquis De Lafayette On The French Revolution 15 October 1789
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Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Marquis de Lafayette on the French Revolution, 15 October 1789 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Marquis de Lafayette on the French Revolution, 15 October 1789 written by Henry Knox 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 is thankful to be able to send this letter by Count de Moustier, who was returning from his time as French minister to America. Will enclose the diplomas for the French officers in the Society of the Cincinnati. Says The importance of the revolution in France is astonishing - one looks round in amazement and asks is it not a delusion, can it be true? This is a new Lesson to the Gods of the earth that there [distinction] is but a phantom of the imagination that an [illegible] people will know and ought to repress the abuses and oppressions of their rulers. Asks for more news on the revolution and talks about some of its implications. Encloses a letter for Young Master Greene from his mother Catharine Greene (not included). Postscript asks that if he knows anything of Mr. Swan to pass it along to him.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Marquis de Lafayette Wishing Him Well, 7 November 1789 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Marquis de Lafayette Wishing Him Well, 7 November 1789 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1789 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sends his sincere wishes for Lafayette's happiness. Mentions mutual friends, including the Marchioness de Brehan, who was wary of returning to France due to the state of affairs there (the French Revolution). Reports that We are all peace - Our beloved chief is on a journey to the Eastern States - He is received every where with all possible demonstrations of affection - long may he live to be the chief of the U.S. Encloses a letter from Catharine Greene for her son, who was studying with Lafayette in France (not included here).
Book Synopsis Lafayette to Henry Knox about the French Minister to America, 15 October 1787 by : Marie-Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier Marquis de Lafayette
Download or read book Lafayette to Henry Knox about the French Minister to America, 15 October 1787 written by Marie-Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier Marquis de Lafayette and published by . This book was released on 1787 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lafayette says this letter will be delivered by the new French minister to America, Count de Moustier. Thinks he is well calculated on Every Account to please the people of America. Also wants to bring to Lucy Knox's attention the Countess de Brehan, the count's sister-in-law, who is joining him. Says he has written an official letter to John Jay and a private one to Alexander Hamilton on the subject. Encloses new regulations for a board of war (not included). Thanks him for his last friendly letter. Postscript introduces the son of Mr. Dupont, who has impressed several of the ministers of France. Knox has noted answered on the docket.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Marquis de Lafayette about New Constitution and Introducing Edward Colden, 24 May 1789 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Marquis de Lafayette about New Constitution and Introducing Edward Colden, 24 May 1789 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1789 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Says it is a long time since he has heard from Lafayette. Is glad that the packets between American and Europe will soon be re-established. When he can communicate better says he will update Lafayette on affairs in America. Says You will have been informed already that our Constitution is established and fully in operation - That the Glorious Washington is at its head, and that therefore it will have the fairest chance for success. Ends by introducing a Mr. Colden (there is a space where the first name was supposed to be filled in) of New York. Colden wants to go to France to study before settling in America.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Jeremiah Wadsworth Concerning Financial Accounts and the French Revolution, 28 November 1789 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Jeremiah Wadsworth Concerning Financial Accounts and the French Revolution, 28 November 1789 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1789 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Encloses five accounts and asks Wadsworth to sign them, noting that his signature is necessary for the accounts' settlement. Asks him to return all warrants that will not be paid before 15 December, as Knox wishes to close his accounts with the treasury before that date. Discusses the French Revolution: What an uproar in France! The instability of human affairs has never been displayed in stronger colors! The clouds and darkness hang on the issue. Mentions the Marquis de Lafayette. Adds that he is sorry to hear that Wadsworth and his children have the influenza.
Book Synopsis Edward Carrington to Henry Knox Regarding Government Appointments and the French Revolution, 25 October 1789 by : Edward Carrington
Download or read book Edward Carrington to Henry Knox Regarding Government Appointments and the French Revolution, 25 October 1789 written by Edward Carrington and published by . This book was released on 1789 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Opens by thanking Knox for his role in obtaining Carrington a presidential appointment [as marshal of Virginia]. He then discusses the French revolution, writing that [t]he Revolution in France is as singular as it is important to the cause of Liberty. It is perhaps the first instance in the History of Nations of a King & his people uniting to extend the Rights of the latter in abridging the power and privileges of the Nobles. The Common tendency of Revolutions founded in a [sense] amongst the people of oppression from the Nobility has ever been to an implicit surrender of every thing unto the hands of the Sovereign to say nothing of ancient Precedents, the modern, nay recent, Revolution in Denmark & Sweden terminated thus: there is in France a spirit never before known in the old world; my pride suggests that it was imbibed from America, and I am compleatly [sic] gratified in being that a Son of America did in the extremity of confusion, 'Mount the Whirlwind & direct the Storm.' Sends greetings to Mrs. Knox and mutual friends. Stamped Richmond. Free stamped on address leaf with no signature.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Marquis de Lafayette Introducing Major Haskell, 10 January 1789 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Marquis de Lafayette Introducing Major Haskell, 10 January 1789 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1789 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Letter of introduction to Lafayette for Major [possibly Elnathan] Haskell. Says he might remember Haskell from the camp of General Robert Howe. Says He was a brave officer and is a worthy citizen. Reports that Haskell is going to Europe on some sort of business, which he has no doubt is honorable.
Book Synopsis Lafayette to Henry Knox about French Politics, 5 May 1787 by : Marie-Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier Marquis de Lafayette
Download or read book Lafayette to Henry Knox about French Politics, 5 May 1787 written by Marie-Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier Marquis de Lafayette and published by . This book was released on 1787 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Letter provides a detailed update on French politics during the build-up to the French Revolution. Says he is busy in the Assembly of the Notables and has had little time to write. Says his recent letter to Alexander Hamilton will inform Knox of circumstances in the Assembly up until Easter. Wants Knox to inform Hamilton that he does not need to keep a motion he sent to him secret as the newspapers have published it in France. Says Michel Bouvard de Fourqueux, who succeeded Charles Alexandre de Calonne, could not last long (de Calonne had been ousted as minister of finance after suggesting that all privilege be dropped and all land taxed equally while Fourqueux left office after three weeks). Says the Cardinal ?tienne Charles de Lom?nie de Brienne, the Archbishop of Toulouse, was made President of the Royal Council of Finances and will pick a new Controller General. Lafayette claims he is a Man of Great Virtue, and the first abilities. Believes Brienne will select a new Controller General and then become a kind of prime minister. Since writing Hamilton says the Assembly has considered several proposals for new administration of the state. Says the king suggested cutting expenses by 15 million. The Assembly countered with 50 million and Lafayette believes 40 million will be accepted. Says that there is grumbling that the Americans do not pay their debt on time.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Marquis de Lafayette about French and American Politics, 25 July 1787 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Marquis de Lafayette about French and American Politics, 25 July 1787 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1787 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis William Knox to Henry Knox on the French Revolution, 30 September 1791 by : William Knox
Download or read book William Knox to Henry Knox on the French Revolution, 30 September 1791 written by William Knox and published by . This book was released on 1791 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mentions a letter he wrote to Henry on 7 September from Cork, Ireland. Says affairs in France have taken a turn since the King accepted the constitution. He was also given a 12,000 pound yearly allowance and was allowed to retain most of his palaces. After accepting, most of the anger about his flight from Paris was forgotten. Says vive le Roi after an interregnum of some months, is vociferated in the same notes as formerly at Paris. Says the Emperor of Germany and the King of Prussia have met to discuss the affairs of France and to give relief to King Louis. The King's recommendation to give a general pardon to refugees without exception was a made a law on a motion by Lafayette, which has already produced the effect of changing in a considerable degree the tone of that description of persons many of whom have for some time past seen the end of their resources and consequently will return to their Native country. Says Luzerne died recently in England, and believes the situation in France contributed to his demise. Says that Fran?ois-Marie, marquis de Barth?lemy, is slated to be advanced to the ambassadorship. States that George Hammond has probably already arrived in America, and the Duke of Leeds used his influence to get Hammond the job. Relates that Hammond began his diplomatic career with David Hartley in Paris in 1783. Mentions family life.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to the Marquis de Lafayette Expressing the Debt the United States Owes to France and to Lafayette Himself, 16 June 1783 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to the Marquis de Lafayette Expressing the Debt the United States Owes to France and to Lafayette Himself, 16 June 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:
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Marquis de Lafayette about the Constitutional Convention and His Opinions on the Situation, 24 October 1787 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Marquis de Lafayette about the Constitutional Convention and His Opinions on the Situation, 24 October 1787 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1787 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Says he has probably already heard of the results of the Constitutional Convention. Says The propositions being essentially different, in many respects from the existing Confederation, and which will probably produce different national effects, are contemplated by the public at large with an anxious attention. The discussions are commenced in the news papers & in Pamphlets, with all the freedom & liberality which challenge a people who are searching by their own experience after a form of government most productive of happiness. Expresses his affinity for a stronger national government and believes the new constitution will provide it. Goes on to claim it is not a perfect document though and There are several things in it that I confess I could wish to be altered. Says the people are ready for the change and that it will be discussed fully. Predicts parties will be raised during the debate. Discusses state ratification. Will send an update from time to time. Mentions European affairs and fears French aggression. Asks for news. Says Washington is doing well, but that his crops are injured by severe drought. Encloses a copy of the Constitution (not included). Docketed by William Knox.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to the Marquis de Lafayette [possibly Incomplete] about the Progress of the Constitution in Various States and the Possibility of War in Europe, 14 December 1787 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to the Marquis de Lafayette [possibly Incomplete] about the Progress of the Constitution in Various States and the Possibility of War in Europe, 14 December 1787 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1787 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Says he has not heard from Lafayette in some time. Mentions that he wrote on the constitutional convention by the last packet. Reports on states that have called ratifying conventions to approve or reject the constitution. Has doubts specifically about Virginia and New York. Says Rhode Island has too many schemes of convenience to approve it. But says it is highly probable that it will be adopted in the course of the year 1788 by nine states and more. Says he is anxious about rumors of war between France and England. Reports that those in the know claim the event is inevitable. Worries about the situation of the United States if such a war broke out. Wants an updated list of French members of the Society of the Cincinnati so he can make up diplomas. Reports that Lucy Knox has given birth to their eighth child. No signature at closing.
Book Synopsis Letter of Advice from Henry Knox to Catharine Littlefield Greene, 27 October 1789 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Letter of Advice from Henry Knox to Catharine Littlefield Greene, 27 October 1789 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1789 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses obtaining money and the assistance of Daniel Parker, Gouvenueur Morris and the Marquis de Lafayette, as they were all friends with Catharine's late husband, Nathanael Greene. Provides some financial advice about the execution of General Greene's estate. Writes that she should first take inventory of the estates and negroes to be mortgaged and invest her money. Reports that this plan has been approved by Mr. Rutledge and Judge Pendleton. Retained draft, numbered 5 at top.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Marquis de Lafayette with Gratitude to France, Affection for Lafayette, Expectations of the British and Praise for Washington, 14 December 1783 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Marquis de Lafayette with Gratitude to France, Affection for Lafayette, Expectations of the British and Praise for Washington, 14 December 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: Says he wrote Lafayette several letters expressing his affection for him. Says America as a nation believes the same thing and that you must not regard [such expressions] as compliments but the language of sincerity. Goes on to say Our independence is now established and we feel the warmest gratitude to all the means what have contributed to effect it. Reports that The English have at last left us to ourselves, with the full expectation that we shall not know how to govern the ship of state and that we must apply to the Steady and well experienced pilots of Britain. Says Our much loved friend the General has gone from this city to Congress and from thence to Mount Vernon. Goes on to praise Washington. Sending this note by the Chevalier Villefranche.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Marquis de Lafayette on George Washington Greene's Education and State Conventions on the Ratification of the U.S. Constitution, 15 May 1788 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Marquis de Lafayette on George Washington Greene's Education and State Conventions on the Ratification of the U.S. Constitution, 15 May 1788 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1788 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Marked Copy. Letter in a secretarial hand. Says that Joel Barlow, later known as one of the Connecticut Wits, will deliver this letter. Knox identifies Barlow as the author of The vision of Columbus, a long epic poem in heroic couplets. Barlow went to Europe as an agent for a company that wanted to sell western lands to French emigrants. Knox says Barlow is traveling with the son of Nathanael Greene, George Washington Greene, who is to study with Lafayette in France. Says Catharine Greene and Colonel Wadsworth have written him on the subject of Master Washington's education, and he will not say much on it. Proceeds to say The Classics and modern languages as being the work of memory will probably constitute his first studies, together with learning the necessary personal exercises to form his manners. Says mathematics, geography, astronomy, and drawing should come later. Says his removal to France will honor the memory of his father. Praises the young man's character and disposition. Says his last letter to Lafayette was on 26 April. Thanks Lafayette for sending the Dutch patriot Vander Kemp to meet him. Updates him on state conventions on the ratification of the U.S. Constitution. Says Maryland was the 7th state to ratify. Says the election for the New York convention delegates has recently taken place, but that the results are not known yet. Believes it will be a balanced delegation of those for and against it. Says Were the New Constitution to have required the Unanimous assent of all the states it would never have been adopted - But as it require only nine states in the first instance, it may be in full operation, in one year from the present time. In the hand of William Knox.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to James Swan Reporting Events in Congress, 15 October 1789 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to James Swan Reporting Events in Congress, 15 October 1789 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1789 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Informs Swan of recent Congressional proceedings. Describes the Senate and House of Representatives convening from April to September, and passing revenue and judiciary laws. Adds that Congress plans to reconvene at the end of January.
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