Henry Knox
2391 documents

Troops Ready to March
05/20/1791 Autograph Letter SignedTroops under Gen. Scott to march from Frankfort on Kentucky River shortly. Board recently convened to provide report on offensive action against hostile Indians after troops return from western …
Harry Innes Papers, Mm81027201
Treating with the Six Nations
04/27/1791 Letterbook CopyClinton discusses the State governments, treating with the Indians, and the state of Indian politics.
Timothy Pickering Papers
Transportation to Head Quarters, Indian Activity
09/08/1791 Autograph Letter SignedTroops to descend Ohio River for Headquarters shortly. Indians are quiet, some are confirmed to "be in the neighborhood."
James Robertson Papers
Transportation of Stores
09/31/1791 Autograph Letter SignedCraig to send the majority of stores with Capt. Buell upon his departure.
James Robertson Papers
Transmission of Vouchers, Certificates, and Pensions through the War Office
09/05/1791 Autograph Draft LetterWolcott argues that the accounts accompanied by vouchers relative to the payment of pensions to invalids should be deposited in the Treasury and abstracts sent to the War Department for their …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.
Tatham discusses topography with Knox
07/31/1791 Autograph Letter SignedLetter, encloses Topographical Analysis cover sheet; discusses publication of Topographical Analysis.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]- No image
Successful Engagement with the Enemy
06/28/1791 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/DocumentGeneral Scott reports on a successful engagement with the savages in which his officers and men acted with gallantry and humanity despite insuperable obstacles created by the weather and terrain.
Printed Versions 
State of the Creek Nation
03/13/1791 Copy of documentComprehensive treatment of every aspect of the culture and lives of the Creek Nation of Indians in 1790-1791. Includes transcript of a journal. 132 page document.
Walker Family Papers
St.Clair writes to Knox
08/03/1791 Extract of LetterLetter, describes St. Clair's campaign.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]
St.Clair updates Knox
09/23/1791 Autograph Letter SignedSt.Clair discusses his expedition and the militia with Knox
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]
St.Clair speaks to Knox about discontent in the ranks
10/17/1791 Contemporary Copy of LetterLetter, discusses discharge of enlistments.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]
St.Clair speaks of militia support to his campaign
09/25/1791 Autograph Letter SignedLetter, mentions Harmar's Court of Enquiry; describes state of provisions; discusses Kentucky militia re St. Clair's campaign.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]
St.Clair sends update on activities to Knox
10/10/1791 Contemporary Copy of LetterLetter, describes potential site for post; discusses state of supplies; describes progress of St. Clair's campaign; discusses recruit's term of service.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]
St.Clair provides details of campaign to Knox
11/01/1791 Contemporary Copy of LetterLetter, describes St. Clair's campaign progress.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]
St.Clair gives status of campaign to Knox
10/21/1791 Contemporary Copy of LetterLetter, describes state of provisions; describes St. Clair's campaign; discusses expiration of enlistments; describes illness among horses.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]
St.Clair discusses Indian affairs with Knox
09/15/1791 Autograph Letter SignedLetter, describes St. Clair's campaign progress; mentions Harmar's Court of Enquiry; discusses Indian affairs.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]
St. Clair writes to Knox
08/08/1791 Contemporary Copy of LetterLargely illegible letter between St Clair and Knox.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]
Smith solicits a diplomatic appointment from Knox
10/21/1791 Autograph Letter SignedLetter, discusses diplomacy with Great Britain.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]
Smith appeals to Knox to authorize military leave for a brother
07/27/1791 Autograph Letter SignedLetter, due to family hardship Smith asks for leave for his brother, Captain Smith.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]
Size of rifle barrels
01/13/1791 Author's Letterbook CopyHand fixes the length of rifle barrels at 3 feet 3 & 1/2 inches.
Papers of Major General Edward Hand- No image
Settlements at the Yazoo
01/20/1791 Extract of LetterLieutenant Armstrong expresses his misgivings regarding the settlements by a number of "adventurers" on the Yazoo territory that seem to be contrary to the President's proclamation requiring the …
Printed Versions 
Scouts and Settlers Killed by Indians
05/06/1791 Copy of Signed DocumentToo few soldiers led to inadequate defense of frontier and Indians killed many scouts and settlers. Captain Kirkwood to provide accurate account of incident. Request for arms and ammunition.
Executive Papers, Office of Governors Letters
Route of Hendrick to Hostile Western Indians
07/16/1791 Extract of LetterStep by step route of Hendricks route by way of Niagara and Grand River.
Archive Reports 1891
Return of Brass Ordnance and Implements
04/02/1791 Document SignedCaptain Fleming's return of Brass Ordnance and implements, sent to the Honorable the Secretary of War by his order.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
Return of arms, accoutrement and clothing wanting by Captain Samuel Newman.
07/28/1791 Document SignedInventory for return of arms, accoutrement, ammunition and camp equipage from Captain Newman's Company in the 2d United States Regiment, sent to Secretary of War Henry Knox.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
