Henry Knox
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No News
Post has not yet arrived, no news to communicate. Enclosed copy of letter to Wilkinson, request to forward it at first opportunity.
James Robertson PapersNo Expeditions to Indian Towns
No expeditions to Indian towns unless hostilities are expressed. Peace accord directed by Governor Blount with the Cherokees is believed to be successful.
Executive Papers, Office of Governors LettersNecessity of Troop Readiness and Adequate Stores; Concern for Pay of Troops
Knox warns Wayne not to construct anything that is not absolutely necessary to the comfort of the troops who should be instantly ready to march should the military necessity arise. All steps are being …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Money to Discharge Engagements
Samuel Hodgdon has forwarded a sum of money to enable Craig to discharge engagements with former Quarter Master General.
James Robertson PapersMoney advanced to agent; experiment with oxen
Secretary Hamilton has advanced $35,000 to O'Hara's agent. Secretary Knox inquires as to level of success in experiment with oxen. O'Hara is Quartermaster General
James O'Hara Papers, BV 1804-1807.Minutes of a conversation between Knox and Spanish commissioner
Document, minutes of conversation with Spanish commissioners for his Catholic majesty; discusses Indians; discusses death penalty.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Militia to Protect Frontier
No requirements from Virginia's military for protection of frontier during the ensuing year. All protection to come from federal government.
Executive Papers, Office of Governors LettersMilitary Movements and Peace with Indians
Militia ordered out by Governor of Virginia will be paid once the evidence has been reviewed by the Accountant. Riflemen are to meet at a rendezvous to be equipped and clothed. Cherokees peaceful …
Executive Papers, Office of Governors LettersMilitary expeditions against Northwest Indians
Secretary Knox discusses peace overtures with the Northwest Indians to General Wilkinson. Also discusses expeditions against Indians.
James Wilkinson PapersMessage to be delivered to hostile Indians
Secretary Knox informs General Chapin that Jasper Parrish, the interpreter, arrived with a letter from Chapin's son, enclosing a message from the hostile Indians and also from the Six Nations. He has …
Henry O'Reilly CollectionMeeting with Cornplanter, Hostile Indians
Urged invitation of Cornplanter to visit Wayne to discuss information regarding the Six Nations [of Indians]. Message sent to hostile Indians confirming meeting between United States and Indians.
Anthony Wayne PapersMeasures Necessary to Protect the Frontier
It appears that Wayne's force will not be over 3500 men and stores, forage, and shelter will be provided accordingly. Wayne should take whatever measures are necessary to ensure that the frontiers are …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Marching orders to Point Pleasant
Secretary Knox orders Captain Preston to commence the march for Point Pleasant, at the mouth of Great Henhawa River. Route will begin at Green Briar Court House under escort of Captain Gibson's …
Preston Family Papers - Joyes CollectionLetters to be Forwarded
Duplicates of original letters intended for lieutenants of several counties in Pennsylvania and Virgina. If Craig believes the originals will reach the lieuts before an express of the duplicates, he …
James Robertson PapersLetter to the President of the United States
Letter from the Secretary of War to the President of the United States. Discusses visitors to Mount Vernon along with affairs in France.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Letter Received
Letter received and will be passed along to the President.
Executive Papers, Office of Governors LettersLetter from Secretary of War Henry Knox to the Reverend Samuel Kirkland on the transportation of delegation of Chiefs and Warriors to Philadelphia
Knox is glad that Kirkland has successfully obtained the commitment of delegation to Philadelphia. While the numbers of attendees may be objectionable, he concurs with Kirkland's decision. Colonel …
Samuel Kirkland PapersLetter from Secretary of War Henry Knox to the Reverend Samuel Kirkland on the importance of Captain Brant's presence with delegation of Six Nations Chiefs to Philadelphia
Knox transmits a letter for Captain Brant, whose presence at the meeting in Philadelphia is considered of great importance. He asks Kirkland to spare no pains in inducing Brant to attend. If he does …
Samuel Kirkland PapersLetter from Secretary of War Henry Knox to the Reverend Samuel Kirkland informing that the President of United States General George Washington can accomodate twenty two of the Indians Chiefs for dinner on 22 April 1792
Knox informs the Reverend Kirkland that President of United States General George Washington has invited 22 of the most respectable Indian Chiefs, exclusive of Kirkland and interpreter, to dinner on …
Samuel Kirkland Papers
