Henry Knox
2405 documents
On Measures to Deal with Creeks
Advised avoiding expeditions to Creek Country. Increased forces for defense authorized by President. Detailed knowledge of Indian interactions on frontier, how to engage them, and creation of …
Georgia Military Affairs, Volume 1,1775-1793.On Information from Indian Chiefs and the Relinquishment of Fort Jefferson
The Cornplanter's presence is no longer required because adequate information has been obtained from other chiefs. The President orders that Fort Jefferson should not be relinquished until there is …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Obligations of Contractors; Troop & Materiel Deployment
The issue is discussed as to whether the Contractors are required to supply the army on the march in addition to provisioning the camps and garrisons. The number of troops deployed in garrisons is …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Notification of Appointment to Commissioner
Notification of appointment to act as liaison to hostile Indians that reside north of the Ohio River. Treaty negotiations, names of other commissioners, and instructions for preparation.
Benjamin Lincoln PapersNotification of Appointment
Henley temporarily appointed Agent for Dept of War in territory south of the Ohio. Information on pay.
Edward E. Ayer CollectionNotification of Agreement Between U.S. & France Concerning French Ships in U.S. Ports
Informs Huntington of a recent agreement between the U.S. and the French minister regarding the rights of French ships in neutral U.S. ports.
Jonathan Trumbull Jr. PapersNotes from Knox for Presidential speech
Document, draft suggestions for President's speech on National Defense; discusses hostile Indians on frontier; establishment of energetic militia; and fortification of seaports.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]No.114 Estimates Needed for Money Requested
Will inform Sec of Treasury of opinion regarding Big Beaver Creek. Result will be transmitted. Money will be transmitted once Craig follows instructions and forwards estimates.
James Robertson PapersNo Armed Vessel Fitted Out as a Privateer Shall Have Asylum in U. S. Ports
Knox warns that no foreign vessel fitted out as a privateer should be allowed in any port of the United States. The militia should be used to enforce this prohibition and prizes taken by said …
RG 1300 Executive PapersNews of Cornplanter, Recruiters, New Ensigns, Pay, and Commissions
The Cornplanter may be on his way to Legionville. Those recruiting officers who can be spared will be ordered to join the Legion. Newly appointed ensigns are not ready to join the Legion but may be …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Negotiations with Wyandot Indians
Details from Commissioner's travels to North of the Ohio to discuss peace treaty with Wyandots. Lee is governor of Virginia.
Executive Papers, Office of Governors LettersNegotiations Have Failed, Wayne to Commence Offensive; Problem with Infected Clothing
The treaty negotiations have failed so Wayne is ordered to begin the campaign against the hostile Indians. There is a possibility that some of the clothing stores have been infected with yellow fever …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Negotiation of Treaty and Politics of Desertion
Knox updated Wayne on plans for representatives to travel to Niagara for signing of treaty, appointment of surgeon's mate, and politics relative to deserter who happens to have respectable parents.
Anthony Wayne PapersNeed for Scouts on the Frontier; Forthcoming Banners, Pay & Commissions
Knox again emphasizes the need for scouts on the frontier. He defends the promotion of Lt. Col. Clarke ahead of some of the other officers. Silk standards left over from the previous war will be made …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Movement of Troops; Safeguarding of Letters for Commander in Chief
Mentions his direction to Lieutenant Colonel Clarke to make provisions to send troops. Supposes that detachments at Marrietta and Gallipolis must have their boats with them. Captain Pratt's detachment …
James Robertson PapersMovement of Detachment; Descending Ohio River Before the Ice; Letter for Governor of Kentucky
Detachment has marched from Carlisle to Pittsburgh. Hopes they arrive in season to descend Ohio River before onset of ice on the river. Light boat well manned will be wanted for conveying dispatches …
James Robertson PapersMoney to Quarter Master General; Wampum; Money for Captain Prior
Quarter Master General's agent will transmit sum of $5000. Hopes interpreters Mr. Wilson and Mr. Ash answer purpose of commissioners. Asks about the wampum. Discusses conditions by which Captain Prior …
James Robertson PapersMoney Requested; Proper Estimates
Will attempt to obtain money requested by Craig, but notes that Craig did not provide a precise estimate of objects requested. Captain Cooke's detachment marches from Carlisle. Worries that Ohio River …
James Robertson PapersMoney matters; whiskey for troops at Fort Franklin
Hodgdon forwards $5000 for purposes mentioned in letter of 13th. Will go to the Secretary of Treasury on supplying troops at Fort Franklin with whiskey and will transmit decision.
James Robertson PapersMoney Forwarded, Delivery
Money requested by Craig is forwarded, other payments discussed. Knox mentions delivery of Indian baggage.
James Robertson PapersMoney Advances; Dispatches for General Wayne; Delivery of Stores for Army
Has requested to Secretary of Treasury to advance $5000. Keep the Quarter Master General constantly informed of the sums drawn. Dispatches for General Wayne must be transmitted instantly by express …
James Robertson Papers
