Read Books Online and Download eBooks, EPub, PDF, Mobi, Kindle, Text Full Free.
Samuel Shaw To Henry Knox About Knoxs Position In The Army 10 January 1782
Download Samuel Shaw To Henry Knox About Knoxs Position In The Army 10 January 1782 full books in PDF, epub, and Kindle. Read online Samuel Shaw To Henry Knox About Knoxs Position In The Army 10 January 1782 ebook anywhere anytime directly on your device. Fast Download speed and no annoying ads. We cannot guarantee that every ebooks is available!
Book Synopsis Samuel Shaw to Henry Knox about Knox's Position in the Army, 10 January 1782 by : Samuel Shaw
Download or read book Samuel Shaw to Henry Knox about Knox's Position in the Army, 10 January 1782 written by Samuel Shaw and published by . This book was released on 1782 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Comments that he hoped he would receive news that Knox had gotten the promotion he deserved, but was disappointed to find that Congress had decided not to consider it at present. Comments, However disagreeable it would be for an officer in your station to quit the army, especially at a juncture so promising as the present, yet I am to well persuaded of your inflexibility in a resolution taken upon the clearest grounds, that I look on your resignation as a certain consequence, Should they refuse or unnecessarily delay to comply with the reasonable expectations of yourself and friends. Adds that he knows Knox's desire to fight for his country is great, but that Knox would never do anything to injure his own personal honor. Extends congratulations regarding the birth of his son: children are a treasure which will support a person under every kind of adversity, and even compensate him for the ingratitude of his country.
Book Synopsis Samuel Shaw to Henry Knox about Various Military Matters, 5 March 1782 by : Samuel Shaw
Download or read book Samuel Shaw to Henry Knox about Various Military Matters, 5 March 1782 written by Samuel Shaw and published by . This book was released on 1782 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Samuel Shaw to Henry Knox about His Future in the Army and about Events in London, 28 February 1782 by : Samuel Shaw
Download or read book Samuel Shaw to Henry Knox about His Future in the Army and about Events in London, 28 February 1782 written by Samuel Shaw and published by . This book was released on 1782 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Was informed by General Benjamin Lincoln that Knox's promotion has not yet gone through, though he and the rest of Knox's friends agree that it should, and are in support of the resolution Knox has taken in case of a refusal on the part of Congress to comply with it. If Knox is promoted and needs a new aide, Shaw describes a young man, Samuel Newman, from the Boston area who he believes would be a good choice: He is sensible, brave, and good natured, in short, my dear sir, I think he is a gentleman who would suit you very well, and were I to be consulted in the choice of a fellow laborer, he is one to whom I would give the preference. Adds that this man will accept a lieutenancy in Crane's regiment until such time as he may be promoted to aide, and suggests Knox recommend this man to other officers if Knox does not have a vacancy. Also refers to news of a speech by the King of Great Britain to Parliament, and Parliament's response; believes there is not much in the speech to suggest their plans for the ensuing years, and that speeches like this have generally been calculated rather to amuse than to instruct the nation. Hopes that their own forces will be ready regardless of any steps Britain may take.
Book Synopsis Samuel Shaw to Henry Knox, Mainly about the Payment of Troops, 31 January 1782 by : Samuel Shaw
Download or read book Samuel Shaw to Henry Knox, Mainly about the Payment of Troops, 31 January 1782 written by Samuel Shaw and published by . This book was released on 1782 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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 Samuel Shaw to William Knox on Military and Political Matters, 3 June 1778 by : Samuel Shaw
Download or read book Samuel Shaw to William Knox on Military and Political Matters, 3 June 1778 written by Samuel Shaw and published by . This book was released on 1778 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Shaw, Henry Knox's aide-de-camp, apologizes for the delay in sending a box owned by William. Reports that the army plans to leave Valley Forge, and Henry Knox is unwilling to leave any thing of his in this d-n'd State. Refers to military and political matters, noting that England (John Bull) would leave America if it could do so decently. Comments that La Francois intends to speculate pretty deeply in American politics. Remarks that British papers emphasize the advantage America could gain by constitutionally uniting with England, yet the British also highlight the difference between American and British speech, dress, and customs. Mentions bills released by Lord North and authenticated by General William Howe. Discusses preparations for following the British as they leave Philadelphia, bound for New York. Discusses a disagreement between Henry Knox and Thomas-Antoine Mauduit, Chevalier Du Plessis. Some text loss on page three.
Book Synopsis Samuel Shaw to Henry Knox about Pay and Promotion, 21 March 1782 by : Samuel Shaw
Download or read book Samuel Shaw to Henry Knox about Pay and Promotion, 21 March 1782 written by Samuel Shaw and published by . This book was released on 1782 with total page 0 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 Samuel Shaw to Henry Knox Discussing Business, 17 January 1790 by : Samuel Shaw
Download or read book Samuel Shaw to Henry Knox Discussing Business, 17 January 1790 written by Samuel Shaw and published by . This book was released on 1791 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Thanks Knox for his favor of the 16th [of January] and for his communications respecting Messieurs Pintards proposals. Informs Knox, due to the advanced season it would be impossible for him to deviate from the direct and speediest route to China and therefore he could not avail himself of their proposal. Discusses business affairs with associates. Encloses a letter (not included) from Samuel Newman, whom Shaw wishes to have a military appointment. The letter is dated 1790, but based on the content and letters exchanged regarding the same issues it is likely it was 1791.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Robert Morris Regarding Employment for Samuel Shaw, 15 May 1785 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Robert Morris Regarding Employment for Samuel Shaw, 15 May 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: Transmits Morris a letter from Samuel Shaw, who served as Knox's aide during the Revolutionary War. Shaw hopes to gain employment from Morris in an unspecified position.
Book Synopsis Knox's Opinion Given to George Washington on Questions Such as Detaching Part of the Main Army Toward Boston and Keeping Continental Troops in a Collected State During Winter, 19 October 1778 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Knox's Opinion Given to George Washington on Questions Such as Detaching Part of the Main Army Toward Boston and Keeping Continental Troops in a Collected State During Winter, 19 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: Retained copy of GLC02437.00732, a response to GLC02437.00731. Refer to the draft of this document, GLC02437.00732, for complete scope and content. In Samuel Shaw's hand. Place of writing is inferred from copy at GLC02437.00732.
Book Synopsis Gen. Knox in Account with S. Shaw, 10 March 1782 by : Samuel Shaw
Download or read book Gen. Knox in Account with S. Shaw, 10 March 1782 written by Samuel Shaw and published by . This book was released on 1782 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lists Henry Knox's accounts with Shaw, beginning 8 June 1781 and ending 12 December, 1781. Contains several memoranda and instructions for what Knox owes to Shaw and what the United States government owes Knox. Expenses range from: groceries and house wares to a payment to Frederick for dressing the Generals hat, to Jacob's wife (Peggy) for washing, to Cato Freeman on account of his wages (probably an African-American servant), travel and board expenses From Camp to Philadelphia [August], from Philadelphia to Williamsburg in Virginia [September], and from York to Mount Vernon [October]. A 3 October memo notes The General lent Baron Steuben a sum of money. A 2 November note indicates that Shaw received 500 Dollars for Knox from Pickering on the warrant of the Commander in Chief.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to George Washington about Prisoners of War, 21 April 1782 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to George Washington about Prisoners of War, 21 April 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: Copy in Samuel Shaw's hand and signed by him for both Knox and Morris. Knox and Morris assumed the public would be interested in the POW report they recently submitted to Congress, so they wrote this letter for Washington with information they excluded from that report to avoid its publication. Says they had no opportunity of bringing forward distinctly the affairs of Mr. Laurens. By pushing it abruptly into notice we might have obstructed but would not have forwarded your views for his release. Had our general propositions been acceded to, his exchange would have followed necessarily. Had they acceded to those terms which would have justified us in consenting to partial exchanges, that of Mr. Laurens would have been brought forward among the foremost. Says they hinted that Laurens might be exchanged for Lord Cornwallis. They think the British are willing to work with the Americans to get these exchanges concluded in a satisfactory manner. Reports on the board of directors -- a group appointed by the British Ministry -- that is dealing with prisoner exchanges with the British commanders in America. They say We are thoroughly convinced that this board and their powers are more odious and more disagreeable to the British army than to us. The disgust against them among the military is general, but they have numerous adherents among the disaffected. Says mutual hatred and jealousy between the two is apparent. Says We are convinced that the late murder of Captain Huddy [this is a reference to the Huddy-Asgill affair] was by their authority. Tells Washington that if he presses the issue, he might split the generals and the board even further. Also says Should a British officer be executed in consequence of a refusal to deliver up or punish the guilty, the resentments of the army will be proportionably inflamed. (a British officer was held for execution in retaliation, but was eventually released). Says there are other problems behind the British lines, as Tory refugee troops are upset about the possibility of being sent to the West Indies. The Tories fear the crown will desert them as soon as they can. Says commerce is at an ebb in New York and that the quantity of goods in New York is smaller than is generally supposed. Reports that a pardon might push the Tories out of the British camp and truly hurt their enemies. Says There are many things which it is imprudent to commit to paper, and which Colo. Smith will inform you of. Says there is reason to believe the British will not pay for the upkeep of the Convention Army (the captured troops from the Battle of Saratoga in 1777).
Book Synopsis Address to the Officers of the Army [The Newburgh Conspiracy], 10 March 1783 by :
Download or read book Address to the Officers of the Army [The Newburgh Conspiracy], 10 March 1783 written by and published by . This book was released on 1783 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written in the hand of Samuel Shaw, this is Henry Knox's copy, and is docketed by Knox. An anonymous address to the officers of the Army, along with a call for a general meeting of officers. This particular copy was sent to the officers at West Point. Gives high-minded praise to the troops, extolling their virtue, bravery, and patriotism -- but then transitions into an emotional-laden section about America's inability to provide for them after the war is over. Says If this then be your treatment, while the swords you wear are necessary for the defence of America - what have you to expect from peace - when your voice shall sink and your strength dissipate by division? Makes a reference to the plain coat of republicanism (the contemporary use of this word in writing was somewhat rare in the 18th century). Wants them to come together and make a decision about what they are willing to accept and what they are willing to do to get it. Tells them Let two or three men, who can feel as well as write, be appointed to draw up your last remonstrance. Says that they need to start applying more pressure to Congress and should refuse to disarm until their situation is rectified. Postscript says there is a meeting of general and field officers at 10 a.m. next Tuesday to discuss the report of the committee sent to Philadelphia to air their grievances. Says an officer from each company is expected to attend. Docket in Knox's hand.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox's Response to Queries from Headquarters on Military Matters, Approximately 27-29 October 1777 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox's Response to Queries from Headquarters on Military Matters, Approximately 27-29 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: In the hand of Samuel Shaw. Knox expresses his opinion against a general attack on the British. Writes, It requires the best discipline, the firmest spirit, and good officers, to storm works or to make an impression on British troops. Not that I suppose the Europeans will make better soldiers than the Americans, but that habitual discipline to which they are used and in which all their officers are initiated gives them a superiority over us, which nothing but a similar discipline or superior numbers can counterbalance. Discusses the division in Continental troops between northern (against Burgoyne in New York) and southern campaigns (near Philadelphia). Refers to the possibility of uniting American troops. Suggests that Reading, Pennsylvania serve as the site for a large cantonment. Covers other military matters including, deserters, promotions, and offices. Prepared for George Washington in response to his queries of 26 October 1777. See GLC02437.00676 for a draft in Knox's hand.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to David Humphreys about the Exchange of Winthrop Sargent and Samuel Shaw, 23 June 1783 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to David Humphreys about the Exchange of Winthrop Sargent and Samuel Shaw, 23 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: Signed for Knox and written in the hand of Samuel Shaw, Knox's aide-de-camp. Discusses the exchange of Captain Winthrop Sargent with Captain Samuel Shaw in the Massachusetts Artillery. Sargent had not been able to attend a meeting of officers (see GLC02437.02174 and GLC02437.02175), when they decided who would remain in the service but still wanted to continue serving, so Shaw volunteered to switch positions with him.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to John Bryant Regarding Various Military Matters, 18 April 1781 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to John Bryant Regarding Various Military Matters, 18 April 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 and signed for Knox in the hand of Samuel Shaw, Knox's aid-de-camp. States he is sorry to hear that Captain Bryant's company is weak but says it is out of my power to add to it, except by ordering such men of the artillery to it, who are unable to do field duty. Approves of Bryant sending samples of fuzes, rockets and tubes of Bryant's making. Asks Bryant to inform Colonel David Mason that Knox applied to Colonel Timothy Pickering for an order on the quarter master in Springfield. Bryant was a member of Colonel Mason's corps of Artillery artificers stationed at Springfield. Public Service written on address leaf with no signature.
![Download Address to the Officers of the Army [The Newburgh Conspiracy], 10 March 1783 PDF Online Free](https://books.google.com/books/content/images/frontcover/xuJN0AEACAAJ?fife=w200-h370)
