Henry Knox
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Visit from Captain Joseph Brant
Richard Varick discusses the arrival of Captain Joseph Brant (Thayendanegea) of the British Army from Ontario to visit friends and acquaintances. Varick knows Brant personally, and discusses how he …
American Indian FileVetting a response to Mr. Hammond
Secretary Jefferson asks for Secretary Knox's alterations for the response to Mr. Hammond.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Useless Shot and Shells; Construction for Wintering; Fort Washington
Return of shot and shells. A number are useless; vents were improperly bored. Reports on construction near Log Town. Mentions Lieutenant Lee and Dragoons setting off for Fort Washington.
James Robertson PapersUpdates on Supplies
List of supplies forwarded under the care of the Quartermaster General. Major Smith in pursuit of Indians that crossed Allegheny River. Turnbull and Marnie notified Craig that shot is ready, it must …
James Robertson PapersUpdates on Preparations for War, Information on Superiors
No word from enemy on possible peace, preparations at fort made for war.
Durrett Collection Misc MSSUpdates on Officers and Contracts
Copy of oaths and receipts of Cummings and Butler. Routes and destinations of officers and boats. Notification that Craig contracted for the building of boats, received Knox orders to contract with …
James Robertson PapersUpdates on Fort Franklin
Goods forwarded to Fort Franklin, discussed financial situation and reparations due Cornplanter.
James Robertson PapersUpdates on Building Block House
Explained problems that have postponed building block house.
James Robertson PapersUnits Recently Arrived and Precautions to Protect Settlers
Wayne reports on the various military units that are now with him at Pittsburgh and the precautions he will be taking to protect the neighboring settlers from Indian attacks.
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3U.S. Treasury issues warrant to Secretary at War for payment of Israel Chapin
Fiscal, Secretary of Treasury issues warrant for the payment of Israel Chapin for incidental expenses incurred in the Indian department.
Henry O'Reilly CollectionTroops to Fort Franklin, Supply Distribution
Jeffers to march to Fort Franklin, Craig delivered provisions. Recently purchased boats are of high quality, will transport goods and people safely.l
James Robertson PapersTroops Taken Prisoner, Information Gathered, Situation Unsafe for Travel
Wilkinson now commanding Fort Hamilton provided intelligence gathered by Lieut. Gaines during his outing with a search party for captured soldiers. Kentucky volunteers and pack horses to arrive at …
Anthony Wayne PapersSurgeon General's Compensation
Request for a decision regarding Surgeon General's (Doctor Wellford's) compensation. Washington wants to know of his professional abilities. Advances $500 to this officer.
Wellford Family PapersSupply of Troops
Describes obtaining supplies for troops, shortages, and payment. Craig thinks that the payment offered by O'Hara for his position is too low.
James Robertson PapersSupplies Needed to Ease Shortages
Wayne discusses the supplies he needs and the shortages he is experiencing. He talks of the deposition he took from William May regarding the death of two Americans at the hands of the Indians.
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Supplies and Update from Fort Franklin
Request to Turnbull and Marnie to cast six pound shot for United States. Due to severe winter weather, procuring materials for block house has been difficult and Craig cannot give an accurate …
James Robertson PapersSuccessful Recruiting, In Need of Arms and Clothing
Wayne is describing various recruiting successes throughout the northeast although there is still a lack of arms and clothing available for the new recruits in some areas. All the forces should be …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3
