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Henry Knox To William Knox On British Movements And The Battle Of Monmouth 3 July 1778
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Book Synopsis Henry Knox to William Knox on British Movements and the Battle of Monmouth, 3 July 1778 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to William Knox on British Movements and the Battle of Monmouth, 3 July 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: Relates that the British are moving toward Sandy Hook, New Jersey. Reports the details of the Battle of Monmouth, mentioning Generals Charles Lee and George Washington. Writes, The Corps of Artillery have their full proportion of the Glory of the day. His Excellency the General has done them & me the honor to notice us in General orders in very pointed & flattering terms.- Indeed I was highly delighted with their coolness, bravery, and good Conduct. Estimates the British have lost a thousand men between the Battle of Monmouth and other skirmishes.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to William Knox Including a Duplicate Report on the Battle of Monmouth, 5 July 1778 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to William Knox Including a Duplicate Report on the Battle of Monmouth, 5 July 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: Informs his brother that he wrote a previous letter discussing the Battle of Monmouth (refer to GLC02437.00714). Writes, I had particular reasons for not writing you a circumstantial [account] as General Lee who commanded the advanced parties has been accus'd of disobedience of orders in not attacking the Enemy and for retreating from before them- he is now on his trial upon the charges. Encloses a duplicate account of what he previously wrote on the battle and asks William not to publish it, noting that George Washington's letter to Congress will carry the most true and just account. Asks William to procure two Newfoundland dogs for another person whose name is illegible. Reports that on the previous day, George Washington gathered the army in two lines (that were two miles long) to celebrate Independence Day. Writes, The reputation and the Credit acquired [text loss] Artillery in the battle of Monmouth will do them & me lasting honor. Plans to see Lucy and their daughter, also named Lucy, the following day. Comments that when he and his wife went to Philadelphia after the British evacuation, the stench of the city prevented them from staying longer.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to William Knox on Family and Movements of the British, 27 May 1778 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to William Knox on Family and Movements of the British, 27 May 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: Knox informs his brother that his wife and daughter, both named Lucy, arrived recently at Valley Forge. Notes that General [Benedict] Arnold accompanied Lucy from New Haven, Connecticut. Notes that his guests may not be able to enjoy their accommodations at camp for very much longer, the Enemy being on the eve of evacuating Philadelphia. Asserts the British are expected to travel to New York before sailing to the West Indies. Questions why William has not written to him sooner, and discusses a debt handled by William in Boston. In closing, writes, I shall write you a History of the evacuation of Philadelphia and probably of a Battle at Valley Forge for the Enemy threatens hard to fight bloodily before they depart.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to William Knox Regarding British Movements, 24 October 1778 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to William Knox Regarding British Movements, 24 October 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: Written at Fredericksburgh. Location from docket. Knox informs his brother that the British sent a detachment of 7000-8000 men from New York. Predicts the men were sent to the West Indies, but others again suppose for Carolina. Mentions a fleet of ships, possibly British, and the Comte D'Estaing. Notes, I write you this that if there are no other Demonstrations than the ships of War-not to be alarm'd. Reports that more British may embark from New York, assuming they will travel to Europe, Halifax, Nova Scotia, and the West Indies. In a post script, relates that the left wing of the Continental Army has moved as far as the Connecticut River.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Lucy Knox Describing the Battle of Monmouth, 29 June 1778 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Lucy Knox Describing the Battle of Monmouth, 29 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: Describes the Battle of Monmouth (28 June 1778) in detail. As the British marched away from Philadelphia toward Shrewsbury, New Jersey, Continental troops under General [Charles] Lee attacked the British rear. In the ensuing battle, My brave Lads behaved with their usual intrepidity & the Army give the Corps of Artillery their full proportion of the Glory of the day. Indeed upon the whole it is very splendid- the Capital Army of Britain defeated, and oblig'd to retreat before the Americans who they despise so much. Estimates the number of British casualties to be three times the number of Americans who were killed. Because the British intend to depart from Sandy Hook, New Jersey, Knox's troops are marching toward the North River (the Hudson). Remarks that Sir Henry Clinton is very ill calculated in my opinion to be at the head of a large Army. Relates that his friend Harry, possibly Colonel Henry Jackson, participated in the battle.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to William Knox Regarding British Movements and the Potential Evacuation of Rhode Island, 28 October 1778 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to William Knox Regarding British Movements and the Potential Evacuation of Rhode Island, 28 October 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: Written at Fredericksburgh. Reports that a large detachment of British troops sailed recently, and by all accounts are bound for the West Indies or Europe. Writes, The Enemy in New York are still preparing for a further Embarkation, if it takes place I think it may fairly be concluded They intend to evacuate the Continent. There is one event which if it takes place certainly indicates a total evacuation. I mean the evacuation of Rhode Island. We have intelligence of a number of Empty transports going to Rhode Island if so we conclude it is for the purpose of taking off the Garrison... it is all conjecture we cannot draw a conclusion of what will be done by what they might to do- for they often act directly against their own interest...
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 William Knox Discussing the British, 11 October 1778 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to William Knox Discussing the British, 11 October 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: Written at Fredericksburgh. Reports that the British are still in New York City, and many British sailors are sick ashore. Of British commissioners, writes, The Commissioners have Issued another Proclamation & manifesto. This they declare shall be the last & if it makes no impression on the hard hearted people of America they shall return and report the ill success of their Mission. These people have the same kind of insolence about them that a [young man rake] has who debauches his friends daughter and then offers a considerable sum as [hush?] money. In a post script, notes the enclosure of the proclamation and manifesto (not included).
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to William Knox on His Investments and Movements of the British, 28 February 1779 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to William Knox on His Investments and Movements of the British, 28 February 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: Discusses the revival of the General Arnold, a ship that wrecked in December 1778. Knox had some investment in the ship, and remarks it would be worth while to... get as much in her as will be prudent to risque, possibly referring to loading the Arnold with cargo. Reports that the British attempted to surprise General William Maxwell's brigade but were forced to retreat. Relates that his recent business in Philadelphia consisted of improving regulation of the ordnance department. Notes I undoubtedly might have at first stipulated for some pecuniary advantages for myself, but... I do not approve of money obtained in the publick service, it does not appear to me in a War like ours to be right. Describes a recent celebration held to celebrate the alliance between France and America. Remarks that there were about seventy ladies ... We danced all night.
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 William Knox on Military and Naval Operations, 13 August 1778 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to William Knox on Military and Naval Operations, 13 August 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: Chastises William, his brother, for not writing more frequently. Mentions a military operation planned against Newport to take place in conjunction with the arrival of a French fleet led by the Comte D'Estaing. Instructs William to inform [James] Bowdoin's family that John Temple, British Consul General, has arrived at New York. Reports that a fire in New York City has destroyed between 80 and 100 houses. Encloses some letters for Colonel Sears in Newport. Regarding the planned military and naval operation, writes, I hope sincerely that Rhode Island may fall into our hands first. The Events at Newport will determine the further operations of the Army. Relates that his wife Lucy received a letter from her brother, possibly Thomas Flucker, informing her of the family's welfare (the Fluckers, as Loyalists, left America for England during the Revolutionary War). A note on page four discusses correspondence between Mrs. [Knox?] and Mr. Smith.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to William Knox with War News, 25 July 1781 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to William Knox with War News, 25 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: Has not recently received any letters from William, his brother. Reports that Continental troops in the vicinity reconnoitered at Kings Bridge to estimate where the British are most vulnerable: The result of our discoveries was a full conviction that the place was reducible with a proper number of men, a number however far exceeding those now here. Whether we shall be able to obtain a sufficient force depends upon our Country, if they will furnish the men... Describes a skirmish between the Marquis de Lafayette and Lord Cornwallis 6 July in Virginia near Green Spring plantation, in which Lafayette underestimated the British force, thus the Americans were oblig'd to retire... Knox is however assured that This affair will have no bad consequences. Refers to General Nathanael Greene's actions in South Carolina, including at Ninety Six. Written at Philipsburgh, New York (present-day Sleepy Hollow).
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to William Knox Discussing the British Army, 14 September 1778 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to William Knox Discussing the British Army, 14 September 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: Asks William, his brother, for news of the location of William Howe's fleet. Apparently speaking of the British, writes It is improper for a person in any Station to speak thus were it to be divulged but I do not believe there ever was a set of men so perfectly disqualified by a total & profound ignorance of every thing that might to constitute the Characters of Leaders of an Army to conquest- poor people they must evacuate the Continent or they will be entirely undone- I beg you not to imagine that by deprecation of their abilities I mean to exalt our own. God forbid- I shall say nothing about it or about it But only this, that we never set ourselves up as great Military men. Comments on the British presence at New York, noting that some think the British will follow the French fleet led by the Count D'Estaing. Does not think the British will attempt to take Boston. Remarks that the security of British possessions elsewhere demands their departure from North America. Relates that his wife, Lucy, is ill. Requests a bushel of pickled peppers from a Mrs. [Stutson?].
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 386 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis William Knox to Henry Knox about Military Actions and the Mustering of Militia, 24 July 1776 by : William Knox
Download or read book William Knox to Henry Knox about Military Actions and the Mustering of Militia, 24 July 1776 written by William Knox and published by . This book was released on 1776 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses a British ship that was captured near an American fort at Nantasket, Massachusetts. The vessel had come from Ireland to support General William Howe's army and had mistakenly thought the British were still in Boston. Tells a detailed story about how the Committee of Correspondence and Safety ordered every man between sixteen and sixty to gather with full military accoutrements and drafted thirty-two of them to join the invasion of Canada. Many men ran away but the draft was eventually made by offering larger bounties. The debacle caused some to call for the removal of John Brown, the chairman of the Committee. Also discusses the activities of his company, commanded by Henry Jackson, at the event. Notes that there is no other news, business has been slow, and that the town has been made exceedingly dull with the smallpox.
Book Synopsis William Knox to Henry Knox on Naval Movements and Family Matters, 6 September 1781 by : William Knox
Download or read book William Knox to Henry Knox on Naval Movements and Family Matters, 6 September 1781 written by William Knox and published by . This book was released on 1781 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mentions Lucy Knox's trip up the Hudson River and hearing that General Knox passed New Windsor, New York with Governor George Clinton on his way to meet Lucy. Comments on a naval battle off the coast of Boston between the French frigate Magicianne and the more heavily armed British ship Assurance. Inquires if a Mr. Diricks was ever a Colonel in the Continental Army. Discusses the arrival of a French frigate called the Diligent, along with news that the Spanish and French have attempted the Reduction of Gibralter and that they have brought a new type of ship that floats higher in the water. Comments that the officer from the frigate, who has brought part of the loan negotiated by John Laurens, did not seem to know that there is such a place as Holland or...the Vienna Congress. Reports that a mutual friend named Mrs. Tarois is ill and S. Winslow, Henry's cousin, has married.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to William Knox on Military Movements, Business and Family, 4 June 1779 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to William Knox on Military Movements, Business and Family, 4 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: Reports that Continental troops are moving toward the British on the North (Hudson) River. Discusses William's upcoming voyage, a mercantile venture to Holland. Declares, From the high Spirits of our troops, their discipline, and equipments, I think if we come into contact with the Enemy we shall at least do justice to ourselves and Country whatever may be the Event. Mentions Lucy Knox and their daughters (Lucy and Julia). Notes that the Winslow sisters have not yet left for Boston.
