Commends General Henry Jackson; Discusses Position of Neutrality
Document 1798Knox commends General Jackson as the appropriate agent for building the frigate "Constitution". He is a capable man, knowledgeable of men and things, and of perfect integrity. His services to the United States and his attachment to the government entitle him to expect a continuance of his naval appointment. Devotion to the independence of the nation requires action against French influence and a dedication to neutrality at the appropriate time.
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Autograph Draft Letter
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Knox commends General Jackson as the appropriate agent for building the frigate "Constitution". He is a capable man, knowledgeable of men and things, and of perfect integrity. His services to the United States and his attachment to the government entitle him to expect a continuance of his naval appointment. Devotion to the independence of the nation requires action against French influence and a dedication to neutrality at the appropriate time.
Date
05/27/1798
Author
Recipient
Sent from
Boston
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Collection
Document number
1798052700001
Page start
1
Note
Partially illegible.
Notable persons
Oliver Wolcott
Henry Knox
Henry Jackson
President
French
Notable locations
Boston
Notable items
Frigate "Constitution"
porcupines
day of battle
independence of our country
French usurpation
neutrality