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Henry Knox To Lucy Knox Mentioning Mr Edes Of Boston 3 May 1777
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Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Lucy Knox Mentioning Mr. Edes of Boston, 3 May 1777 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Lucy Knox Mentioning Mr. Edes of Boston, 3 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: Informs Lucy that Mr. Edes of Boston will soon be leaving Morristown. Looks forward to receiving more letters from Lucy. Text loss on both pages due to paper loss and repair.
Book Synopsis Lucy F. Knox to Henry Knox Discussing the Arrival in Boston of General Charles Tronson Du Coudray, May 1777 by : Lucy Flucker Knox
Download or read book Lucy F. Knox to Henry Knox Discussing the Arrival in Boston of General Charles Tronson Du Coudray, May 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: Writes a very detailed letter to her husband in Morristown, New Jersey during the American Revolution. Discusses the arrival in Boston of General Charles Tronson du Coudray, a French military engineer who stiles himself Commander in Chief of the Continental Artillery (Knox's current position) and claimed the appointment was from Silas Deane. Discusses the illness of Henry's brother William (Billy) and her fear we shall lose him, or at least that the humour in the blood has taken such deep root, as to embitter his future days. Also comments on various items she sent to Knox. Discusses escalating prices of foodstuff: Indeed it is difficult to get the neccessarys of life here at any price. Critically discusses the political situation and mob in Boston - jailing suspected loyalists, the confiscation of property, and a scheduled execution. Comments: the behavior at our town meeting has almost made me a tory. Cites Colonels [Thomas] Crafts, [Paul] Revere and [Isaac] Sears as leaders of the movement. Docket indicates Knox replied on 6 June 1777.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Lucy Knox Asking Her to Take Care of General St Clair's Daughter, 25 May 1777 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Lucy Knox Asking Her to Take Care of General St Clair's Daughter, 25 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: Knox writes to his wife, Lucy, in Boston. Discusses previous correspondence, including a letter from Billey, referring to his brother William Knox. Asks Lucy to look after General St. Clair's daughter, who will be traveling to Boston, noting that the girl has a specie of cousinship claim upon you...
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Lucy Knox on the Situation of the Army and His Hopes to See Her in Boston, 2 December 1777 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Lucy Knox on the Situation of the Army and His Hopes to See Her in Boston, 2 December 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: Writes, In short my Lucy no man on earth seperated [sic] from All that he holds Dear on earth has ever suffer'd more than I have suffer'd in being absent from you whom I hold dearer than every other object... Defends his love for her, because in one moment of inadventure you have written which will long be the source of unhappiness to me. Expects to be able to set out for Congress when the army goes into winter quarters, and intends to be in Boston (Lucy's location) in one month. Notes that The situation of our army on account of Cloathing is such as to render a Winters Campaign impossible without we have a mind to put an end to the War by starving all the soldiers. Explains the situation of Catharine Littlefield Greene, wife of General Nathanael Greene, who was able to follow her husband during his campaign. Relates that General Greene was only able to see his wife for three days. After his visit, because of several factors preventing her travel, Mrs. Greene stayed at the home of an acquaintance who refused money for her stay. Suggests ...the delicacy of Lucy's mind would be much wounded by being in such a situation... Nonetheless, hopes she can be present during his next campaign. In a note written in the margin of page four, mentions Harry, possibly General Henry Jackson.
Book Synopsis Lucy Knox to Henry Knox about Military Events in Massachusetts and Their Daughter Lucy's Illness, 8 May 1777 by : Lucy Flucker Knox
Download or read book Lucy Knox to Henry Knox about Military Events in Massachusetts and Their Daughter Lucy's Illness, 8 May 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: Written at Sewal's Point, evidently Sewall's Point, in Brookline, Massachusetts. Their daughter, Lucy, has smallpox, and the poor little soul- is covered from head to foot with it- she has upwards of eighty [sic] on her sweet face... Relates that Billy (Knox's brother William) has returned from Providence, Rhode Island. General [Henry] Jackson will begin recruiting troops soon, and General [William] Heath informed Lucy that an order has been issued for Jackson's troops to remain in Boston. Remarks, the people in Boston are all mad moving out as fast as possible, for fear of genl Burgoyne- for my part I shall not stop short when I go- which will not be till there is real danger- they say he is now at Nashua, with ten thousand men...
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Lucy Knox Expressing His Sorrow at Being Apart and Warning Her of Forthcoming Danger, 22 May 1777 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Lucy Knox Expressing His Sorrow at Being Apart and Warning Her of Forthcoming Danger, 22 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: Discusses their recent exchange, noting that he had not received some of her letters due to the postman's mistake. Expresses how much he misses her, emphasizing that nothing but an obligation to his country could separate them. Mentions the threat posed by General John Burgoyne, stating that Lucy, in Boston, should get a House in the Country as a Retreat. He says he cannot be sure of visiting Lucy due to the danger of the roads and the uncertainty of his location. In closing, notes I shall always make it a rule to write you by the post, and expect the same from you.
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 Explaining that He Has Not Set Out for Boston to See Her Due to Urgent Public Business, 27 December 1777 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Lucy Knox Explaining that He Has Not Set Out for Boston to See Her Due to Urgent Public Business, 27 December 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 at Camp Great Valley [Valley Forge]. Relates that he has not set out for Boston, Lucy's location, due to urgent public business. Writes, I should most certainly see you this winter if within the compass of human possibility but it will most assuredly be much better for my own satisfaction that I should have the honor of doing public business ... Notes that George Washington hopes to wait for the arrival of an unspecified committee, and Knox hopes to be able to leave after the committee meets. Has not seen his brother William for some days, due to William's illness and fatigue. Remarks that if he travels to see Lucy, he will have to leave his brother behind. Reports that General William Howe, who occupies Philadelphia with British troops, has been drawing forage from the meadows near Philadelphia.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Lucy Knox Expressing His Love for Her, 8 January 1777 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Lucy Knox Expressing His Love for Her, 8 January 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: States that his other recent letter, probably GLC02437.00514, is not full of sentiment because its contents is of public importance and she might wish to show the letter to others. Says that, while there love is public, the full expressions of it need not be put in a letter that may be seen by strangers. Here he expressed the love for her that he did not in the previous letter. Hopes to be with her soon, and hopes for more letters. In a postscript advises her to sell the horses if she is in Boston, and in a note on the address leaf asks her to forward a letter for him. Dated 1776, but written 1777.
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 Henry Knox to Lucy Knox Discussing Love, Recruitment and Artillery, 6 March 1777 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Lucy Knox Discussing Love, Recruitment and Artillery, 6 March 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: Expresses his love for her and his sadness at being forced to part again. Mentions his travel plans as well. After months apart the couple was finally able to see each other when Washington sent Knox to Boston to recruit men and examine artillery production. But Knox could only stay a few days before he had to rush on to the next stop on his trip.
Book Synopsis Lucy Knox to Henry Knox on Family and the Battle of Bennington, 28 August 1777 by : Lucy Flucker Knox
Download or read book Lucy Knox to Henry Knox on Family and the Battle of Bennington, 28 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 Captain Randall is not leaving as soon as she expected, thus she can add more lines to her letter, a continuation of GLC02437.00642. Writes, I forgot to tell you how much I am mortified at having received an epistle from you wrote upon the second of this month wherein you take no notice of it being your Lucy's birth day- such apparent trifles are not overlooked by persons who tenderly Love- but it was the hurry of business it was not it could not be want of affection. Gives an account of the celebration in Boston following advantage gained at the Northward, possibly the Battle of Bennington. Writes, ...every man you saw from the fine gentlemen- to the porter- were as happy as liquor could make them... Worries as to Henry's health as he experiences heat and fatigue. Complains of the price of goods in Boston, and worries winter will be dire. Notes that if she is able to spend the winter with Henry, it will hundreds in [his] pocket, due to the high prices she will pay if she remains in Boston. Mentions receiving a letter from Henry's brother William, who is with Henry.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Lucy Knox about Her Move to Boston and Mentions Army Strengths, 14 November 1776 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Lucy Knox about Her Move to Boston and Mentions Army Strengths, 14 November 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: Regrets that he must send her to Boston, but hopes to see her and Peter soon, if his duties allow. Notes British movements on Long Island. Comments on the tactical ineptitude displayed by both sides: The manoeuvres of the enemy are so complicated that at times I think they have as little knowledge in the art of war as their opponents. Discusses the strength of both armies, and prepares for a siege of Fort Washington. Has heard that the King of Portugal has declared war on the colonies.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Lucy Knox about His Absence, the War and British Movements and Deceptions, 26 July 1777 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Lucy Knox about His Absence, the War and British Movements and Deceptions, 26 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: Written near Morristown, New Jersey. Laments his absence from Lucy. Writes ...had it not been for this cursed war I should have been one of the happi[est] of the human race as it is I am bound by every principle of honor and moral attachment to stand by the Country while I can do it any service- the instant I am convinc'd that I cannot I will retire from public to private life... Assures her that his absence is not due to lack of love. Addresses her concerns for future financial stability. Discusses business matters, mentioning his friend Harry (Henry Jackson). Urges her to agree to sell their phaeton. Mentions the loss of Ty [Ticonderoga] and General Arthur St. Clair, a reference to St. Clair's recent retreat in the Battle of Ticonderoga. Speculates whether British General William Howe sails for Philadelphia or Boston. Mentions a letter from Howe to General John Burgoyne that was recently intercepted by Continental forces. Howe informed Burgoyne that the expedition up the North River (the Hudson) has been abandoned in favor of a British operation against Boston. Knox notes, this letter was designed to fall in our hands in order to deceive- we suppose he will be at Philadelphia near as soon as we-
Book Synopsis Lucy Knox to Henry Knox Lamenting Their Separation and Asking to Join Him, 26 May 1777 by : Lucy Flucker Knox
Download or read book Lucy Knox to Henry Knox Lamenting Their Separation and Asking to Join Him, 26 May 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: Laments her lonely situation, noting that a recent visitor brought her news of Henry, but no letter from him. Envies the wives of generals able to travel with their husbands: happy Mrs. Washington happy Mrs. Gates in short I do not recollect an instance like my own- Mrs. Greens you will say is similar, but it is not Mrs. G and myself were not cast in one mould. Wishes to visit Henry (at that time in Morristown, New Jersey) declaring Boston is called a place of danger. Discusses the health of their children.
Book Synopsis Letter to Lucy Knox from Henry Knox Discussing British Generals William Howe and John Burgoyne, 12 August 1777 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Letter to Lucy Knox from Henry Knox Discussing British Generals William Howe and John Burgoyne, 12 August 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 in camp twenty miles from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Expresses his happiness that Lucy has spent time in Newburyport, Massachusetts: The Gentlemen there with whom I am acquainted, are in my opinion some of the most virtuous public spirited, patriots on the Continent. Reports that British General William Howe might be sailing toward the Chesapeake Bay. Disbelieves the Chesapeake is Howe's target. Asserts instead that Howe intends to sail for the North River (the Hudson) or Philadelphia. Discusses Howe's movements and comments on the extremely hot weather. Referring to British General John Burgoyne, writes Mr. Burgoyne will push himself untill he finds a stone wall to break his head against- I hope that will not be too soon untill all parts of the Machine may harmonize which is to work his destruction... Referring to his brother William, writes Master Bill bears the fatigues of the Campaign like a soldier and they are not very few...
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.
