George Washington

385 documents

Protection of Virginia's Frontier Settlers
01/15/1791 Printed transcription/modern copy of Document
Although Knox agrees that the western frontier of Virginia should be defended at the expense of the United States, he does not approve of the methods for providing that defense set forth by Virginia …
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Protecting Virginia's Frontier
01/05/1791 Letter Signed
Given the Indian threat to the frontier counties of Virginia, Knox recommends that experienced hunters and woodsmen be employed by the General Government to supplement the defensive measures provided …
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Our Misfortunes
03/17/1791 Printed transcription/modern copy of Document
The Seneca Chiefs report the misdeeds that are being perpetrated upon them despite Washington's pledge that they would be able to live safely in peace.
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Maria Butler speaks of the death of General Butler to Washington
12/22/1791 Autograph Letter Signed
Letter, discusses death of Butler; discusses pioneeers and frontier life; discusses militia and protection of the frontier.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]
Liklihood of Indians Seeking Peace
09/24/1791 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Knox informs the President of St. Clair's preparations for the campaign against the Indians. St. Clair is concerned that Butler's force will not arrive before the order to march is given. The Indians …
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Letter Citation
11/30/1791 Cited letter or document
Cited in Knox to Seagrove, 02/20/1792.
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Letter Citation
11/04/1791 Cited letter or document
Cited in Knox to Randolph, 02/26/1791.
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Letter Citation
03/28/1791 Cited letter or document
Cited in St. Clair to Knox, 06/23/1791.
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Letter Citation
02/19/1791 Cited letter or document
Cited in Knox to Shepherd, 03/03/1791; Knox to Shepherd, 08/03/1791.
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Letter Citation
02/17/1791 Cited letter or document
Cited in Knox to Randolph, 02/26/1791.
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Late Date for the Campaign
10/01/1791 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Knox provides an update for the President re St. Clair's preparations for the coming compaign. St. Clair has arranged to add militia to his army and the first division has been ordered to march from …
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Land Promised the Men of the Virginia Line
01/14/1791 Letter Signed
Knox references Resolves of the Legislature of Virginia regarding land promised to the officers and soldiers of the Virginia Line of the Continental Army. These resolves should be placed before the …
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Knox advises Washington on St.Clair
09/08/1791 Autograph Letter Signed
Letter, discusses St. Clair's campaign.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]
House of Representatives' Response to the President's Message
10/28/1791 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
This is the response by the Speaker and the House of Representatives to President Washington's message of 10/25/1791. They express their satisfaction with the progress and welfare of the US and their …
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Decisive Action Against the Indians on the Frontier
02/22/1791 Letter Signed
Henry Knox's report to the President discusses the coming year's goals of peace in the frontiers and explains in detail how best to meet those goals, using both peaceful and military measures. He …
Northwest Territory Collection, M367
Contesting Blount's Boundary Changes
03/10/1791 Letter Signed
Knox objects to the boundary changes suggested by Governor Blount, arguing that they would violate the Treaty of Hopewell and would anger all four of the southern tribes.
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Colonel Darke addresses Washington regarding St.Clair's defeat
11/09/1791 Letter Signed
Letter, describes defeat of St. Clair's campaign; discusses casualties among women; describes casualties.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]
[Plan for the Corps of Levies]
03/14/1791 Autograph Letter Signed
Document describes the manner in which two thousand recruits will be raised and arranged into two regiments for the purpose of protecting the frontiers. Provided details of the rank and type of …
Northwest Territory Collection, M367
Updates on Indian Relations in Southwest Territory
07/28/1792 Typed Document
Results of council between friendly Indians and U.S. included protection of U.S. boats and travelers from hostile tribes. Land disputes also addressed at council, hopes that Gov. Blount will devise a …
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Treaty with the Wabash Indians, Etc.
11/07/1792 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Knox reports on the general treaty with the Wabash Indians at which there were 700 Indians present. He notes that Bradshaw has reported on several Indian attacks resulting in the deaths of whites and …
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The Situation at Marietta, Etc.
03/01/1792 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Knox informs Washington that he has drafted a letter to General St. Clair and has received information from Judge Putnam, both of which require the president's examination along with several officer …
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Support of Militia Against Cherokee War
10/09/1792 Printed Document
Received notification of declaration of war against U.S. by Cherokee Nation. Know consulted with the Sec. of Treasury and Sec. of State who unanimously agree that Gov. Blount should be afforded the …
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Subversive role of Spaniards and Alexander McGillivray
07/27/1792 Extract of Letter
Letter from the Indian Agent in the Southern Department, to President Washington. Provides information regarding actions of Spaniards, which confirms Seagrove's opinion that they act to do injury to …
Henry Knox Papers
Response to the President's Annual Address
11/09/1792 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Senator Langdon explains the Senate's response to the President's annual address to the Congress.
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Request for Resignation or Court Martial
03/31/1792 Autograph Draft Letter Signed
St. Clair discusses his willingness to resign or face a court martial, but not a public trial. He believes that only a military tribunal is appropriate for military crimes and misconduct. If someone …
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