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Henry Knox To P Brett 16 September 1790
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Book Synopsis Henry Knox to P. Brett, 16 September 1790 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to P. Brett, 16 September 1790 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1790 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Secretary of War Knox thanks Brett for his letter from 7 July (GLC02437.04647) and looks forward hearing from him more in the future. Also mentions General [John] Maunsell (Maunsell had seen Brett in London, and Brett had updated Knox on Maunsell's voyage from Halifax, in previous correspondence).
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to James Webber about Debt, 5 September 1790 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to James Webber about Debt, 5 September 1790 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1790 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tells Webber that William Knox will inform him of his debt in [Samuel] Ogden's hands. Says he has confidence in the goodness of the debt.
Book Synopsis Piercy Brett to Henry Knox about British- Spanish Relations, 11 November 1790 by : Piercy Brett
Download or read book Piercy Brett to Henry Knox about British- Spanish Relations, 11 November 1790 written by Piercy Brett and published by . This book was released on 1790 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Brett acknowledges receiving Secretary of War Henry Knox's letter from William Knox in London. General [John] Maunsell passes along to Knox that he has no political news to report, therefore he sees no need in sending a letter. No one truly knows what is happening with the military buildup between England and Spain, as the negotiations, if there are any, are secret. Should war ensue, Lord Howe with a noble fleet riding at single anchor at spithead will sail directly... Says Parliament meets 25 November, and at that time the Minister must satisfactorily account for putting the nation to so enormous an expence. Free stamped on address leaf with no signature.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to George Washington about the Ending of British-Spanish Tension, 23 September 1790 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to George Washington about the Ending of British-Spanish Tension, 23 September 1790 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1790 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Secretary of War Knox informs President Washington that the differences between England and Spain have been accommodated. Signed HK. Knox's retained draft.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Stephen Sayre about Sayre's Plan to the President and British-Spanish Tensions, 4 September 1790 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Stephen Sayre about Sayre's Plan to the President and British-Spanish Tensions, 4 September 1790 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1790 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Knox tells Sayre despite several letters sent to him, he still has not heard from Sayre. Says he presented Sayre's plan to the president. The magnitude of the plan was such that the president could not give an explicit answer. Talks about the expectation of war between Great Britain and Spain and the public attention it has managed to capture. Docketed by Knox.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Alexander Hamilton about a Case of Law, 27 September 1790 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Alexander Hamilton about a Case of Law, 27 September 1790 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1790 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Knox informs Hamilton that Mr. Tyler of Deer Island in the Province Maine has shown a statement of his case drawn up by Judge Sewall. Knox wants to check that the business meets Hamilton's approval.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Hannah Harwood about Her Debts and Estate, 6 September 1790 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Hannah Harwood about Her Debts and Estate, 6 September 1790 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1790 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Secretary of War Knox writes to his sister-in-law Hannah acknowledging her letter to him the previous June. Knox believes Hannah has done all she can to consistently tell Mr. Longman 'the state of things. Knox discusses his land dealings and values, and the prospects of obtaining and selling different lands. States that his brother will deliver this letter and will update her on family news. Reports that they will soon move to Philadelphia (the United States government moved from New York to Philadelphia in December 1790).
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Samuel Hodgdon, 5 January 1790 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Samuel Hodgdon, 5 January 1790 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1790 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to William Knox about His Army Work, 23 September 1776 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to William Knox about His Army Work, 23 September 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: Discusses corresponding with his brother. Describes the artillery department in the Continental Army as one of the busiest, and the reason he cannot write as frequently as would prefer to. Gives his analysis and opinions of recent events, commenting on British activities and George Washington's leadership, the poor quality of officers the Continental Army, the failures of the Continental Congress, and the needs of the army. Believes that the Battle of Long Island was their one chance to win New York. Comments on the morale-boosting effects of the small victory at the Battle of Harlem Heights. Gives instructions to pay Major John Crane and a message for Henry Jackson. Written at Harlem Heights in New York (16 September 1776.).
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Josiah Harmar Warning Him about Rumors Over Harmar's Drinking, 3 September 1790 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Josiah Harmar Warning Him about Rumors Over Harmar's Drinking, 3 September 1790 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1790 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Writing privately, but with the president's knowledge, Knox warns Harmar that reports are circulating regarding his drinking, and that he must refrain from over indulging in a convivial glass. Tells Harmar that Harmar's current expedition is highly important to the United States. Marked Secret. Signed HK.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox's Replies to Questions Posed by George Washington on Whether an Eastward Movement of the Continental Army Would be Feasible, 2 September 1778 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox's Replies to Questions Posed by George Washington on Whether an Eastward Movement of the Continental Army Would be Feasible, 2 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: In Shaw's hand, and signed for Knox by Shaw. Knox replies in detail to Washington's question, whether an eastward movement of the greater part of the Continental Army would be feasible. Knox writes, I cannot see the propriety of such a measure at present, or that it would be warranted from the state of information which your Excellency gave to the Council last evening. Discusses the factors involved, including the strength of the French and British fleets near Newport, Rhode Island, and the status of American General John Sullivan's operation in Rhode Island. Considers the likelihood of British movement toward Boston. Supposes the British may conduct operations against Providence, Rhode Island. Suggests that a relatively strong force be left in the Hudson River Highlands if the Continental Army should move east. Advises against an attack on New York City, noting that the British have sufficient strength to successfully defend themselves. Argues that obtaining bread will be the greatest difficulty in supplying provisions to the Continental Army during an eastward movement. Duplicate of GLC02437.00724.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to William Knox on Military Matters, 28 September 1778 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to William Knox on Military Matters, 28 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: Written at Fredericksburg. Comments, You appear a little testy that I did not inform you the Enemy were going to Boston. Indeed I never believed it except a combination of unfortunate circumstances should impress an Idea of the kind on their minds... I think you may very freely make purchases and rely upon it that the Enemy will not come to Boston this Year- not even the tempting object of the french fleet will be a sufficient inducement. I believe from present appearances that the Enemy are about to evacuate the Continent. Also mentions the escape of General John Sullivan's forces in Rhode Island (Sullivan's forces avoided being captured by the British). Refers to an unspecified petition brought before the House of Representatives. Mentions that Lucy, his wife, is recovering from a recent illness.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Samuel Breck Introducing Messrs. Cazenove and Linctlair, 6 September 1790 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Samuel Breck Introducing Messrs. Cazenove and Linctlair, 6 September 1790 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1790 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Secretary of War Knox's letter of introduction on behalf of Messrs. Cazenove and [Linctlair], both from Amsterdam. Mr. Cazenove is of respectable character and Mr. [Linctlair] is attached to the Navy of the United Netherlands.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Thomas Jefferson Stating Washington Wants to Ratify Creek Treaty, 12 August 1790 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to Thomas Jefferson Stating Washington Wants to Ratify Creek Treaty, 12 August 1790 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1790 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Secretary of War Knox informs Secretary of State Jefferson that President Washington wants to ratify the treaty with the Creeks the following day at noon.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox's Responses to Questions Posed by George Washington Regarding the Movements of the Continental Army, 2 September 1778 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox's Responses to Questions Posed by George Washington Regarding the Movements of the Continental Army, 2 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: Later copy. Knox considers whether or not the greater part of the Continental Army should move east to reinforce troops in Newport, Rhode Island and Boston, Massachusetts. Suggests lending assistance if American General John Sullivan's troops are captured. Suggests leaving a force in the Hudson River Highlands comparable to the size of the British force in New York. Advises against an attack on New York. Remarks that obtaining bread will be difficult for the troops moving east.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to George Washington about Visits to Mount Vernon and the Situation in France, 16 September 1792 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to George Washington about Visits to Mount Vernon and the Situation in France, 16 September 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: Marked private. Notes he questioned Mr. Hammond's and Mr. Ternant's intentions of visiting Mount Vernon. Mr. Hammond will set out for Mount Vernon on Wednesday but Mr. Ternant likely will not make the trip due to his health. In a struck paragraph also discusses the volatile situation in France. Notes the affairs of france are progressing from bad to worse... Knox's retained draft.
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to George Washington on Military News and Orders, 3 September 1783 by : Henry Knox
Download or read book Henry Knox to George Washington on Military News and Orders, 3 September 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: Knox, Commander at West Point, confirms receipt of a letter from Washington in which Washington ordered a suspension of the troops and stores destined to the Western posts. Reports that there are French refugees in the vicinity of West Point under the direction of a Major Merlet, who have drawn about one hundred rations to day for men women and children. Relates that Major [Caleb] Gibbs and the Second Massachusetts Regiment will arrive at West Point the same day this letter is written (Gibbs had traveled with his detachment to Philadelphia). Knox's retained draft.
