Henry Burbeck
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Protection of Arsenal at Springfield
Burbeck and Capt. Savage (plus the companies under their command) are to be posted at Springfield to protect the arsenal. Highest discipline and general rules of military book keeping to be followed.
Henry Knox PapersKnox directs Captain Henry Burbeck to support Colonel Jackson
Knox notifies Burbeck of reduction in force and directs him to support Colonel Jackson
Henry Knox PapersKnox Requires a New Recruitment Campaign
Knox orders the recruitment of troops in Massachusetts and urges that only men of the best character should be enlisted. He warns the two captains that their continuance in service depends upon the …
Henry Knox PapersInstruction for Travel to Georgia
Secretary of War orders Captain Henry Burbeck to Georgia for treaty with Creeks. Specified that Capt. Savage be left an order to forward a detachment to reinforce Burbeck as soon as Savage arrives …
Henry Knox PapersPay advance to officers and non commissioned officers
Transmittal of a month's pay to each officers and non commissioned officers previous to their leaving Springfield.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Orders Relative to the Protection of Frontier Inhabitants
Knox gives Captain Burbeck detailed orders relative to his mission to Georgia to protect the frontier inhabitants of that state. He urges particular care in Burbeck's relations with the state …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Instructions to Captain Henry Burbeck to evince friendly relations with Spain
Burbeck is in vicinity of Spanish garrison. Knox tells Burbeck to evince the most cordial friendship with Spain. Be polite and temperate in the handling of any offenses. If caused by Burbeck's men, …
Preston Family Papers - Joyes CollectionInstructions to Captain Henry Burbeck
As Burbeck has equipped a company according to previous orders, Knox now gives him further instructions. He is to proceed to Savannah, Georgia. If the Creek Indians are invading or about to invade, he …
Henry Burbeck Papers.Embarkation Orders for Captain Burbeck
Knox issues his orders regarding the embarkation, supply, and pay of three companies who are to board two vessels whose destination is to be revealed once they arrive at Philadelphia.
Henry Knox PapersNew Troops Being Raised for Ohio Campaign Under St. Clair
Informs Burbeck of Swan's travels, comments that the population of Philadelphia still seem agitated over Harmar's defeat at the hands of the Ohio Indians the previous autumn. Comments on new troops …
James Wilkinson PapersLogistics and Disbursement
Advised troops arriving at Rock Landing on the Oconee river near the location of the future boundary as designated by "the treaty". Clothing requested by Burbeck will be shipped immediately from New …
Henry Knox PapersClosing the Accounts of Burbeck and Smith
A bill has been transmitted on John Habersham, Collector for the Port of Savannah, being for the seven month's pay needed to complete the pay of Burbeck's and Smith's Companies for the year 1790. …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)[DUPLICATE] Request for Acceptance or Rejection of Promotion
Secretary at War issues a warrant for Captain Burbeck's promotion to Major. Enclosed act of Congress that determined pay, rations, and emoluments for Burbeck's perusal.
Henry Knox PapersLegionville, Knox's Eastern tour, war in Europe, and Burbeck's rank
Letter, mentions affairs in Legionville, Knox's Eastern tour, war in Europe, and Burbeck's rank.
Henry Burbeck PapersInformation of Congressional Measures Concerning the Army, Officer Vacancies, & Indian Relations
Apologizes for the lateness of reply to Burbeck's letters, claiming busyness at the War Office. Reports on the projected movements of two doctors. Reports on the health of friends, and sends their …
John Stagg PapersRegarding the Affairs of the U.S. Government & of Europe, with Expectation of War with England or France
Reports on the status and health of friends and family in the East, and on the status of Burbeck's ticket in the Washington Lottery. Mentions a meeting with an officer who gave Stagg an account of …
John Stagg PapersLetter from the Accountant of the War Department
Simmons requests that Burbeck verify the claim of Isidore Peltier.
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Direction of Garrison Commands
Discussion of garrison commanders, particularly Fort Michilimackinac. Refers to command of the President. Is grateful for the presidential nominations and commissions of artillerists and engineers.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543
