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Edward Carrington To Henry Knox Discussing The Transport Of Military Stores 10 January 1782
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Book Synopsis Edward Carrington to Henry Knox Discussing the Transport of Military Stores, 10 January 1782 by : Edward Carrington
Download or read book Edward Carrington to Henry Knox Discussing the Transport of Military Stores, 10 January 1782 written by Edward Carrington and published by . This book was released on 1782 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses problems related to the transportation of military stores from Yorktown to Westham or Richmond, Virginia. Comments that he and his associates are bound in their ability to carry out orders because the state government of Virginia refuses to help. Mentions the resignation of Thomas Nelson as governor and the election of Benjamin Harrison. Has managed to set up the stores near Westham, close to the river so as to be able to ship them by boat in case of danger, but fears that in an invasion or attack they still may not be able to protect them. Mentions the arrival of an independent Commissary of Military Stores, Captain [Nathaniel] Irish, instructed to report only to General Nathanael Greene. Refers to a letter he enclosed from Davis (Colonel William Davies, Commissioner of War in Virginia; see GLC02437.01324 and GLC02437.01325) about the impossibility of moving the stores by vessel. Makes a case for New London as a final destination for the stores, arguing that it is geographically well-situated and there are many artificers there who are sympathetic to their cause. Mentions Benedict Arnold, Thomas Jones, as well as Mr. Morris (likely Robert Morris, financier) who he will visit in Philadelphia to discuss procuring supplies.
Book Synopsis Thomas Jones to Henry Knox about the Transport of Military Stores, 14 January 1782 by : Thomas Jones
Download or read book Thomas Jones to Henry Knox about the Transport of Military Stores, 14 January 1782 written by Thomas Jones and published by . This book was released on 1782 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Encloses (not present) a return of military stores for the stores that have been transported from York to Manchester, Virginia. Relates that two sloop-loads of stores are still in York, but that they are working to obtain those and deliver them to Captain Nathaniel Irish, the Deputy Commissary General of Military Stores, who was recently sent from Philadelphia by the Board of War. Declares that Colonel Edward Carrington has been essential to the accomplishing of the task. Begs his assistance in obtaining money to finish the transport and obtain supplies. Asks if Knox will write to General Benjamin Lincoln, who is totally unacquainted with me & my situation. Will be happy to receive any further commands. Docketed by Samuel Shaw, Knox's aide-de-camp.
Book Synopsis Edward Carrington to Henry Knox with War News and Finances, 8 October 1782 by : Edward Carrington
Download or read book Edward Carrington to Henry Knox with War News and Finances, 8 October 1782 written by Edward Carrington and published by . This book was released on 1782 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis William Davies to Edward Carrington about the Movement of Military Stores, 4 January 1782 by : William Davies
Download or read book William Davies to Edward Carrington about the Movement of Military Stores, 4 January 1782 written by William Davies and published by . This book was released on 1782 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Marked copy. Writes to Colonel Edward Carrington regarding movement of military stores to Richmond or Westham, Virginia. Advises that Westham is a very unsafe place & Richmond much worse. An Easterly wind is a fair wind for the Enemy's shipping to run up the river, it generally brings rain which prevents the militia from turning out so readily, and of course [lessens?] the opposition; besides it swells the River in such a manner that there is no moving against it: and if you have your stores at Richmond or Manchester, the same objections apply, with the additional risk from the want of Land carriage. Discusses other methods of transport like canoes and wagons, and addresses General George Washington's objectives as expressed in his recent letter to government - The defence of this country...as well as the supply of the Southern Army. Labeled War Office as the location. Probably enclosed with GLC02437.01330. See also GLC02437.01324.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Edward Carrington about Political and Military Affairs, 24 July 1792 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Edward Carrington about Political and Military Affairs, 24 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: Informs Carrington that he has received his letters concerning appointments for young officers and that though they generally arrived too late, he will keep them in mind for future consideration. States that there were many more applications than positions. Speaking about the last session of Congress, he writes, The indian war, and the failure of the last expedition combined with a partial aversion to the government excited much ill humor during the last session. It was thought proper by a party, to levell some shafts at me....Parties will arise in free governments - and party prejudice is proverbally blind. Asks about the general Machine in Virginia and comments on prosperity in Pennsylvania. Discusses the New York governor's election, [John] Jay it would seem had a majority of votes - but [George] Clinton is the governor ...the essence of republicanism is done away and if a man can perpetuate himself to office by a minority. Also comments he has heard that some one in Virginia wants Clinton to run for Vice President against John Adams and wants to know if this is true.
Book Synopsis Edward Carrington to Henry Knox Congratulating Him on His Promotion, 7 April 1782 by : Edward Carrington
Download or read book Edward Carrington to Henry Knox Congratulating Him on His Promotion, 7 April 1782 written by Edward Carrington and published by . This book was released on 1782 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Congratulates Knox on his promotion to Major General of the United States Army. Fears his own promotion may fall through. Explains that his appointment is determined by the state of Virginia, and he will only receive a promotion as a compliment from the state with the approbation of a majority of the officers. Must remain in his current circumstances until he finds out, but is suspicious about the principles on which promotions are determined.
Book Synopsis Edward Carrington to Henry Knox on Military News, 7 August 1781 by : Edward Carrington
Download or read book Edward Carrington to Henry Knox on Military News, 7 August 1781 written by Edward Carrington and published by . This book was released on 1781 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Colonel Carrington writes to Knox from Camp High Hills of Santee, near the Santee River in South Carolina. Reports that he received Knox's previous letter via Governor [John] Rutledge. Informs Knox he has been transferred to Virginia and, per the General's wish, will remain the Quartermaster's Department. Praises General Nathanael Greene's recent campaign in South Carolina.
Book Synopsis Edward Carrington to Henry Knox Asking for Advice about Getting an Appointment in the New Government, 18 February 1789 by : Edward Carrington
Download or read book Edward Carrington to Henry Knox Asking for Advice about Getting an Appointment in the New Government, 18 February 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: Relies on their continued friendship to ask for Knox's advice. Recalls his duties in the war, and his attempt to be faithful and enthusiastic. Is now interested in seeking an appointment with the new government, and asks if Knox will recommend him to the President, with whom he is intimate. Declares that if you knew me formerly, and thought I merited the public confidence, be assured you still know the same man, who will give you no cause to repent of your confidence in future. Would most like a position in Virginia, specifically the role of head of customs at the Port of Norfolk. Also asks Knox to discuss with a Mr. Burral [possibly Jonathan Burrall] some of his financial accounts.
Book Synopsis Edward Carrington to Henry Knox about Visits, 20 May 1789 by : Edward Carrington
Download or read book Edward Carrington to Henry Knox about Visits, 20 May 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: Wrote Knox recently and thought he might be able to visit the metropolis, but now believes he must decline the trip. Would prefer not to leave while his arrangements are still so tentative, and asks that Knox provide him with useful information as he sees fit. (Carrington may be referring to his prospects of receiving an appointment with the new government; see GLC02437.04167.).
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 Edward Carrington to Henry Knox about Opposition to the Constitution, 12 January 1788 by : Edward Carrington
Download or read book Edward Carrington to Henry Knox about Opposition to the Constitution, 12 January 1788 written by Edward Carrington and published by . This book was released on 1788 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Carrington reports, I have as yet passed through no more of this state than what is called the Northern Neck- there I find the opponents of the Constitution pretty numerous and vociferous. Mentions that [Richard Henry] Lee has in great measure declined to act in the opposition, finding that even his own family have separated from him. Declares that in the southern part of Virginia, many influential figures have united on the wrong side. Mentions that Governor [Edmund] Randolph has committed to the public view his opinions as to the conduct which it will be wise now to pursue with respect to the Constitution... Knox writes beneath the docket: Answered on the 10th Feby and gave a state of affairs in Massachusetts.
Book Synopsis Edward Carrington to Henry Knox, 4 April 1789 by : Edward Carrington
Download or read book Edward Carrington to Henry Knox, 4 April 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: Thanks him for his recent letter. Writes, Your suggestion as to the advantages to be derived from a personal attendance at the metropolis, is constantly found in the experience of Mankind & I am satisfied that such a step would give me a better appearance of success than I can otherwise have, but [were] this situation were it to continue for any length of time, would be painful to me, and no judgment can be [favored] when the arrangements of the Government will bring forward its permanent appointments. Is presently engaged in public business, but will travel to New York in early summer if he finishes the business by then. Writes, I shall adopt your advice in making a communication of my wishes to the President as soon as I am informed that he has accepted his appointment. This is a step that I should feel much difficulty in taking, but for the consideration that it will be perhaps, the only proper mode of tendency over services to the public. Adds a postscript regarding a new appointment that was made prior to his announcing his attention to seek a position.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Jonathan Trumbull Requesting Information to George Washington, 4 November 1781 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Jonathan Trumbull Requesting Information to George Washington, 4 November 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: Responds to Trumbull's letter requesting information for George Washington to incorporate into a letter to Governor of Virginia Thomas Nelson (see GLC02437.01282). Explains plans to establish an artillery magazine in Virginia, containing the ordnance remaining after the siege of Yorktown. The artillery would be for the use of the Southern Army and protection of Virginia in case of a British invasion. Washington needs to make requests to Governor Nelson for a location to store the munitions, preferably in Westham, and a party for the transport. Discusses the channels through which the requests and instructions to officers should travel. Knox's instructions to Colonel Edward Carrington in regard to the creation of the magazine appear in GLC02437.01284. Trumbull was Washington's military secretary.
Book Synopsis Edward Carrington to Henry Knox about Government Appointments, 1 July 1789 by : Edward Carrington
Download or read book Edward Carrington to Henry Knox about Government Appointments, 1 July 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: Writes from Powhatan via Richmond, most likely in Virginia. Writes that he has, in fact, decided not to travel to New York City in pursuit of a government appointment. Adds, I did expect that many would collect there in quest of appointments, and that it would draw on them remarks which would tend rather to injure than promote their wishes - I now learn that this is in fact the case - I would not be ranked amongst them for the world. Believes that the President will not make appointments based on absence or presence but instead based on character. Sends his respects to Mrs. Knox. Free handwritten on address leaf with no signature.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Edward Carrington Suggesting He Write to the President about a Position, 16 June 1789 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Edward Carrington Suggesting He Write to the President about a Position, 16 June 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: Has received his last two letters, but did not write back because he hoped to see Carrington in person. Was also waiting for some government issues to be resolved so he could properly answer Carrington's queries. Has learned Carrington did not yet write the President about obtaining a position in the government, and encourages him strongly to do so, providing advice on what information to include. Mentions that he has recommended him to the President. Adds that he thinks Carrington was smart to not come to New York and try to solicit a job in person.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Edward Carrington Congratulating Carrington on His Appointment as Marshal, 27 September 1789 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Edward Carrington Congratulating Carrington on His Appointment as Marshal, 27 September 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: Has received his last letter. Believes that highly respectable people have sought and been appointed to the position of Marshal, and congratulates him on his appointment to that office. Adds that the President supports his nomination. Mentions that his wife Lucy is ill and grief-stricken after the death of their child. Also discusses content of newspapers.
Book Synopsis Edward Carrington to Henry Knox Thanking Knox for Introducing Him to His Neighbor, 27 May 1799 by : Edward Carrington
Download or read book Edward Carrington to Henry Knox Thanking Knox for Introducing Him to His Neighbor, 27 May 1799 written by Edward Carrington and published by . This book was released on 1799 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ralph Wormeley, Esq. delivers this letter from Carrington to Knox. Carrington thanks Knox for kind words Knox said about Carrington to a neighbor and hopes to be able to visit Knox soon.
