Henry Knox
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Knox Sends Commissions for Officers
Enclosed commissions for officers. Notwithstanding, troops were disbanded by Act of Congress, but believed the commissions would be useful to Jackson.
Henry Knox Papers.Knox refers Ogden to Morris
Knox refers Ogden's questions to Morris and expresses regret over hearing of the poor health of Mrs. Ogden.
Huntington MssKnox directs Captain Henry Burbeck to support Colonel Jackson
Knox notifies Burbeck of reduction in force and directs him to support Colonel Jackson
Henry Knox PapersInsurgents in Massachusetts
Knox describes for Gov. Randolph the success of the military engagement against the insurgents in Massachusetts. (Shays' Rebellion)
Executive Papers, Office of Governors LettersInstructions to the Superintendant of Indian Affairs.
Knox's printed instructions for the Superintendant of Indian Affairs with additional handwritten notations.
William Irvine PapersHenry Knox discusses army accounts with Joseph Howell
The Secretary at War directs Joseph Howell to settle the accounts of Colonel Jackson's Regiment and those of Captains Burbeck and Savage.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Guidance on How to Deal with John Sullivan and the Designs of Secession
Knox refers to John Sullivan. He gives guidance on the use of force in dealing with Sullivan. Says he should first represent the criminality of conduct and the intent of United States to prevent such …
Preston Family Papers - Joyes CollectionExtract from letters of Secretary of War to General Harmar regarding John Sullivan, Don Francisco Cruzat, and relations with Spain
Presumed to be from 19 December 1787 letter begins with the following:...no such design entertained in that country as is insinuated by Mr John Sullivan's letter. Relax nothing of vigilance required …
Preston Family Papers - Joyes CollectionDiscussion of Military Stores in Rhode Island & the Use of Public Powder
Discusses return of military stores; discusses use of public powder.
Jeremiah Olney PapersDiscusses the Waldo Patent and the Kennebec Claim
Discusses federal assistance to Massachusetts during Shays' Rebellion. Details on location of officers and their troops and the interaction of federal troops with Massachusetts troops and …
Henry Knox PapersDelivery of Shirts & Shoes, Congressional Deliberations, and Illegally Sold Powder
Asks that Wadsworth go ahead and deliver the troops' shoes and shirts that he had planned to, and promises that he will be paid. Asks if Wadsworth will consent to take on additional warrants. Notes …
Jeremiah Wadsworth PapersDelivery of Military Stores
Son of deceased soldier requests his father's military stores be delivered to another person.
Gilder Lehrman Collection.Congress Has Disbanded Troops; Soldiers' Pay Problems; Replacing Troops
Says that Congress has disbanded "the troops," because it was unable to pay them. Believes that the pay due to Connecticut troops is around $2000, asks for Wadsworth's help in seeing they are paid …
Jeremiah Wadsworth PapersConcerns About Financial Problems of the U.S. Armed Forces
In a private letter, Knox discusses his financial concerns with Col. Wadsworth. Revenue is limited and various financial measures may be necessary including reducing the pay of the officers and …
Jeremiah Wadsworth PapersClaim Against the U.S. Regarding Cannon
Letter, discusses claim against United States regarding cannon.
Jeremiah Olney PapersAttention to Letter from John Sullivan about Activity on Ohio and Tennessee
Discusses a congressional resolution and New Orleans treaty. Refers to concern of local inhabitants about closing the Mississippi River. Requests opinion on enclosed letter from John Sullivan, as to …
Preston Family Papers - Joyes CollectionAttempts to Procure Food & Payment for Troops, with Limited Funds
Knox sends Wadsworth two orders, one for $1500 for rations and the other to defray the expences for the line. Further advances for the troops are necessary but cannot be sent until the troops on the …
Jeremiah Wadsworth PapersAddress Leaf to Govenor Bowdoin
The address leaf of a document addressed to Gov. Bowdoin of Massachusetts from Knox.
Frederick William Lehmann Autographs.
