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Progress of gun manufacturing in York
Hand informs Knox of the progress of manufacturing guns in York, Pennsylvania.
Papers of Major General Edward HandProbable estimate for Quartermaster's Department transportation expenses
From Quartermaster General's Dept. and Commissary of Military Stores Dept. Account Book. Accounts to pay for transportation and pay for an assistant to William Knox.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Preparations for Winter, Placement of Fortifications, Soldiers' Pay, and Food
Wayne explains his thinking on the placing of his fortifications and his preparations for the approaching winter. He talks of the absolute necessity of paying his men and lists several officers who, …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Personnel and Equipment Issues
Wayne discusses a number of personnel concerns including the discharging of men of no value and promoting those who are worthy. There are several vacancies to be filled in the officer corps and a need …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Perfecting the Troops for the Service
Wayne discusses conflicts between various tribes of Indians and the need for probably twice the provisions than had been originally forecast. Training of the troops is proceeding well but some concern …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Peace Efforts Are Futile, Etc.
Wayne discusses the supplies that have arrived as well as those that are still needed, especially in the hospital. The accused deserters have been tried by Court Martial and appropriate punishments …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Official Statement of Attorney
Thomas Abner granted power of attorney to Ebenezer Furnham.
Orderly Book for the Garrison at Fort Johnston, N.C., 1795-1811. (RG98)Measures to Protect the Frontier
In response to a complaint by a militia officer, Wayne explains all the measures he is taking to ensure the safety of the frontier, including the use of frequent and multiple patrols to intercept any …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Logistics Eased by River Rise; Need for Fresh Clothing
Wayne is pleased to announce that the waters in the rivers have started to rise due to a profusion of rain and transportation of supplies should be facilitated by this development. He emphasizes the …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Logistics and Transport Complicated by Low Rivers
Wayne discusses his many logistical needs including lumber, grain, rations, cattle, etc. There is also the problem of transporting supplies between forts which normally requires an escort of 200 men …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Logistical Needs of Wayne's Army
Wayne discusses his many logistical needs, especially the need for pack horses. The need for grain is acute, complicated by the fact that the river is too low to be used for the transport of supplies.
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Knox issues license to trade with the Six Nations to Danford
Knox issues license to trade with the Indians of the Six Nations to Mr. Danford.
Henry O'Reilly CollectionKnox issues license to trade with the Six Nations to Abraham Fowler
Knox issue a license to trade with the Indians of the Six Nations to Abraham Fowler.
Henry O'Reilly CollectionIndian engagement, training, and Putnam's strategy
Wayne discusses the loss of two officers in an engagement with the Indians as well as the probable failure of peace overtures. He talks of a mock-attack in which Americans pretended to be Indians and …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Inadequate Rations for the Soldiery
Wayne complains that the rations provided his troops are not adequate to their needs and are much less than the rations provided by the British to their soldiers.
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Guns from York
Hands discusses potential gun deliveries from the gunsmiths of York, Pennsylvania.
Papers of Major General Edward HandGun barrel production
Hand discusses the effect of severe weather on the production of gun barrels.
Papers of Major General Edward HandEstimate of Supplies required in the Quartermaster's line for 1792
From Quartermaster General's Dept. and Commissary of Military Stores Dept. Account Book. Estimate of supplies required in the quartermaster Lines for 1792. Lists equipment with required numbers.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Estimate of monies wanted in the Military Stores Department
From Quartermaster General's Dept. and Commissary of Military Stores Dept. Account Book.Estimate for monies wanted in the Department of Military Stores at Philadelphia.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Estimate of money wanting in the Quartermaster's Department
From Quartermaster General's Dept. and Commissary of Military Stores Dept. Account Book. Estimate for monies wanting in the Quartermaster's Department
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Estimate of Money wanting in the Quartermaster General's Department
From Quartermaster General's Dept. and Commissary of Military Stores Dept. Account Book. Estimate of money wanting in the Quarter Master General's Department 31 August 1792
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Estimate of Hospital stores for the Army at Pittsburgh
From Quartermaster General's Dept. and Commissary of Military Stores Dept. Account Book.Estimate of hospital stores for the Army at Pittsburgh.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Estimate for the supplies wanted for Major Henry Gaither's Command at the southward
From Quartermaster General's Dept. and Commissary of Military Stores Dept. Account Book. Estimate of supplies wanted for Major Henry Gaither's Command at the Southwards.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Estimate for Purchase of Spades and Shovels
From Quartermaster General's Dept. and Commissary of Military Stores Dept. Account Book. Estimate for the purchase of 500 spades and the like number of iron shovels.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Estimate for Monies wanted in the Department of Military Stores
From Quartermaster General's Dept. and Commissary of Military Stores Dept. Account Book. Estimate for monies wanted in the Department of Military Stores
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)
