Anthony Wayne
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Extract of Instructions from Knox to Wayne
"But if there should be any defect in the transportation or supplies of provisions you will make instant arrangements at the public expence to remedy the evils in order to prevent any injury to the …
Post Revolutionary War Manuscripts, 1784-1811. (RG94) (M904)Escort Ordered for Surveyor in Lands Bought from Miami Indians
Congress has authorized a survey of the lands bought from the Miami Indians and Knox orders Wayne to provide an escort for the appointed surveyor.
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Enclosed Letter from Secretary of War, Notification of Receipt
In absence of Secretary of War, Stagg acknowledged receipt of communications from Putnam, Cass[__], and Snow. Invoices for clothing, military, and hospital stores received.
Anthony Wayne PapersEliminating Excessive Expenses
Knox urges Wayne to use whatever measures are necessary to eliminate excessive expense. Perhaps the use of oxen instead of packhorses would be one way to save money. A significant number of recruits …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Effective Use of Patrols
Knox praises Wayne's use of patrols--instead of small garrisons--as a means of protecting the frontier. It is hoped that the people also recognize the effectiveness of the patrols and not feel the …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Dispersal of the Indian Party Collected for War
There had been a warning from the Governor of Tennessee that 300-500 hostile Indians were ready to go to war but the intercession of several headmen led to the dispersal of the warriors. As a result, …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Discussing Progress of Recruits, Allocation of Stores, and Indian Relations
Knox talks of the progress of the movement of recruits and the allocations of stores and the procedures for strict accountability of all public property. Uniformity of pay procedures is advocated. …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Detailed Plans for Gibson; Preston; Thomas Lewis, and Howell Lewis Companies
Detailed account of supplies, number of troops, and locations to which they'll march. Enclosed invoices with materials distributed.
Anthony Wayne PapersDesire to Meet Cornplanter; Unlikelihood of Congressional Action on Recruiting
Knox wants to meet with the Cornplanter so that the latter can explain the communication received from the Six Nations in preparation for the next meeting with them. It seems unlikely that Congress …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Deserters, stores, and recruiting
The troops are obviously not ready for active warfare but Knox knows that Wayne will prepare them well. The problem of deserters and cowardly sentries is addressed. It appears that most of the stores …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Confidential Letters Forwarded, Modification to Law on Assembly of Officers Addressed
Highly confidential letters from Wilkinson to be transmitted to Wayne. Proper methods for assembling officers discussed. Mr. James Seagrove made amicable agreement with Creek Indians.
Anthony Wayne PapersComplaints About Clothing & Pay Not Reaching Wayne's Legion
Knox responds to a complaint regarding stores of clothing that never reached the Legion. He assures Wayne that every precaution was taken to ensure that the clothing was delivered appropriately. …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Army Detachments to Pittsburgh
It is good news that the frontier is quiet. Troops are in motion from Virginia and Maryland and several detachments under Campbell and Asheton should arrive in Pittsburgh soon. Recruiting continues to …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Advice to Wayne on Disposition and Supply of Garrisons in Winter
Knox is advising Wayne as to the most efficient ways to prepare for the winter with particular emphasis on the provisioning and hutting of the troops at all the garrisons. He has the idea that if the …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Advice on Building Posts During Negotiations, Supply by Land, and Care of Visiting Wabash Chiefs
Knox warns that that it would be improper to build new posts during treaty negotiations, but if the peace talks fail, the posts should be built during the winter or in the early spring. He talks again …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Accounts Must Be Settled Accurately
Knox discusses the procedures by which the troops should be paid and cautions that accuracy is paramount. The President will need to decide how many troops are to remain on the upper parts of the …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Wayne to Continue War Preparations While Not Antagonizing Indians; Reasons for Not Launching Supporting Movement
Wayne is to continue to make appropriate preparations for war without unduly alarming the Indians, thereby rendering the position of the peace Commissioners dangerously precarious. The reasons are …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Wayne Letter & Enclosures Forwarded to Knox
One of the War Office clerks forwards Wayne's letter and enclosures to Knox.
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3War Dept. Personnel Issues
Knox addresses personnel issues including pay (the paymaster is finally on site), promotions, reductions in force, pay raises, and training. Several Wabash chiefs have died of smallpox.
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Vacancy in the Office of Adjutant General & Invoices for Stores
Knox requests that Wayne fill the office of Adjustant General which is again vacant. Th case of Dr. Scott is referred to him to take whatever action he deems appropriate. Invoices for various stores …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Treaty Negotiations; Hopes for Leniency Toward Deserter
Treaty negotiations will be held on the St. Dusky [Sandusky] River to determine once and for all whether or not there will be war with the Indians. A deserter named Richardson is the son of worthy …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Training and Payment of Troops
Swan's Arrival for Payment of Troops. Recruiting and pay grade addressed, Knox optimistic that the increased training of troops would make them more effective and professional than militia.
Anthony Wayne Papers
