Collection
42,880 items

Howell discusses the account of Colonel Crane with Knox
01/26/1790 Autograph Letter SignedLetter, discusses account of Colonel Crane.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]
Hostile Indians
07/07/1790 Autograph Letter SignedDiscussed dealing with hostile Shawnee Indians. Treaty at Fort Harmar, relations b/w settlers and Indians. Innes asserts Indians are aggressors and that settlers are defending their safety.
Harry Innes Papers, Mm81027201
Horses Stolen
05/24/1790 Document SignedGreenough thought that horses stolen from settlement could have been prevented.
First Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the House of Representatives by the Secretary of War [1A-D2] (RG 233) {Reference Microfilm}
Hodgdon writes to Knox
03/04/1790 Autograph Letter SignedLetter, Hodgdon seeks appointment and speaks of invalids with Knox
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]
Hodgdon discusses military stores with Knox
09/17/1790 Autograph Letter SignedLetter, discusses Knox's accomodations in Philadelphia; discusses housing and transportation of public stores.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]
Hodgdon discusses billeting and accomodations with Knox
10/30/1790 Autograph Letter SignedLetter, discusses Knox's accomodations in Philadelphia.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]
Hodgdon discusses appointments and invalid pensions with Knox
03/12/1790 Autograph Letter SignedLetter, discusses payment of Invalid pensions.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]
Higginson solicits an appointment from Knox
03/17/1790 Autograph Letter SignedLetter, asks for military appointment.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]
Higginson discusses affairs of the Union with Knox
04/07/1790 Autograph Letter SignedLetter, discusses affairs of the Union and mentions Hamilton's report.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]
Hickborn asks Knox to recommend Glover to the President
07/15/1790 Autograph Letter SignedLetter, recommends General Glover for Collector.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]
Henry Knox writes to William Duer
01/02/1790 Autograph Letter SignedLetter, illegible.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]
Hardin informs Knox of a successful expedition for the militia
11/06/1790 Autograph Letter SignedColonel Hardin reports of a successful expedition to Knox. Hardin also recommends Major Paul as an officer of ability.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]- No image
Guidance on how to direct vengeance on the Indian perpetrators of mischief on Ohio River
06/07/1790 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/DocumentNotes that depredations committed by some Indians on the Ohio River has caused considerable alarm. Notes that the perpetrators are like the same who have committed past mischief. Has consulted with …
Printed Versions 
Grievances from troops and use of attorney
02/17/1790 Autograph Letter SignedLetter to General William Irvine on behalf of regiments in Pennsylvania and Virginia; mentions action by an attorney against the War Department in order to guarantee the lands promised to officers and …
Miscellaneous Numbered Records (Manuscript File) 1775-1790's. (RG93) (M859)
Greaton solicits an appointment from Knox
05/10/1790 Autograph Letter SignedLetter, asks for military commission. Greaton was previously a Lieutenant in Col. Jackson's regiment.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]
Gorham discusses the federal assumption of state debt with Knox
01/20/1790 Autograph Letter SignedLetter, discusses assumption of state debts.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]
Gorham discusses state debt and appointments with Knox
01/12/1790 Autograph Letter SignedNathaniel Gorham writes Secretary of War Henry Knox regarding recommendations for appointments and concerns over state debts.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]
Gorham discusses politics with Knox
04/17/1790 Autograph Letter SignedLetter, discusses Six Nations; mentions bill to regulate Indian proceedings; mentions Anti-Federalists; asks for appointment for son; discusses assumption.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]
Gerry makes pay inquiry to Knox
03/02/1790 Letter, Type UndeterminedLetter, Gerry asks Knox for pay due Samuel Rogers.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]- No image
General Statement of Indian Policy
01/04/1790 Printed transcription/modern copy of DocumentIn a comprensive statement of Indian policies, Knox discusses the cost of war and peace with the Indian Nations along the Southwestern frontier. He speculates on the size of an army necessary to …
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General Orders: On Unsoldier-Like Behavior
10/18/1790 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/DocumentExpresses mortification at the unsoldier-like behavior of many of the men in the army, who make it a practice to straggle from camp in search of plunder. Harmar forbids this practice. Guards will be …
Printed Versions - No image
General Orders: Conduct of Brigade Major Ormsby
10/23/1790 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/DocumentHarmar recognizes the conduct of Brigade Major Ormsby, in rallying a party of militia and firing upon savages, whereby he destroyed several of them and expresses his thanks. Although they have been …
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General Orders to Kentucky and Pennsylvania militia
11/04/1790 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/DocumentHarmar says the order and regularity of the militia on their return to the Ohio River was highly commendable. Notwithstanding losses, notes the destruction of corn and vegetables, and killing of 100 …
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General Court Martial of David Core and Michael Graff
08/25/1790 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/DocumentProceedings of general court martial of which Major John F. Hamtramck was President, was held at Fort Knox, Post Vincennes for the trial of David Core, Artillery and Michael Graff, Infantry, have been …
Printed Versions 
Further Protection Offered to Russell County, Virginia
07/28/1790 Contemporary Copy of LetterExtract of letter from Henry Knox authorizingVirginia's governor, Beverley Randolph, to organize militia for the purpose of protecting Russell County from Indian hostilities.
Northwest Territory Collection, M367
