Henry Knox
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Negotiations with the Indian Tribes
Hamtramck desribes his negotiations with the Indian tribes along the Wabash to the Secretary at War. Hamtramck mentions Alexander McKee and British attempts at winning favor with the Indians via …
Manuscript Collection.Muster of Allegheny and Westminster Militia
Will determine the best time and place to muster troops to defend inhabitants of the Western frontiers of U.S. borders.
Anthony Wayne PapersMrs. Sterrett asks Knox to consider appointment husband Mr. Sterrett as port collector Baltimore
Letter, asks for appointment as collector at Baltimore port, on behalf of husband based on ill health of General Otho Williams, who will probably soon leave the office.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Move to Winter Quarters, Sightings of Indians, and Expected Arrival of Chiefs
Legion has moved from Pittsburgh to winter quarters, and huts will soon be erected. Indians sighted nearby; some have stolen horses from Big Beaver blockhouse. Some fired upon, troops dispatched to …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Morris solicits an appointment from Knox
Letter, asks for government appointment.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Money Received, Supplies
Money received from William Knox, supplies from Turnbull and Marnie received as well.
James Robertson PapersMeasures to Protect the Frontier
In response to a complaint by a militia officer, Wayne explains all the measures he is taking to ensure the safety of the frontier, including the use of frequent and multiple patrols to intercept any …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3McClure Advocates Methods of Civilizing Indians to Knox
Letter, discusses frontiers and pioneer life; discusses Indians and Indian life; mentions publication on moral law; discusses racial intermarriage and Christianity to civilize Indians; discusses race …
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Materials, Transport, and Politics on Frontier
Transportation of materials and boat travel during winter discussed. Politics of battalion related.
Conarroe Collection HSP Collection #146 (NUCMC 60-1616)Major Craig's Invoice of Military Stores
The Commissary of Military Stores encloses Major Isaac Craig's invoice of military and Quarter Master stores to Secretary Knox. The invoice was said to be missing. Supplies include cutting knives, gun …
James Robertson PapersMajor Craig sends status report from Fort Pitt to the Secretary at War
Major Craig discusses with Secretary Knox issues regarding finance and the procurement and distribution of artillery and boats.
Isaac Craig PapersMajor Craig sends status report from Fort Pitt to the Secretary at War
Major Craig discusses with Secretary Knox the latest issues regarding the procurement and distribution of clothing, horses, boats, cannon, and powder.
Isaac Craig PapersMajor Craig sends status report from Fort Pitt to the Secretary at War
Major Craig informs Knox of the deployment of scouting parties in response to stolen horses. Craig infers that Indians stole the horses and took them across the Ohio River.
Isaac Craig PapersMacomb discusses Indian affairs with Knox
Letter, discusses conduct of interpreters and Indian captain.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Macomb discusses Indian affairs with Knox
Letter, discusses Indians and Indian warfare; discusses treaty with Great Britain; mentions St. Clair's campaign and Harmar's expedition.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Logistics Eased by River Rise; Need for Fresh Clothing
Wayne is pleased to announce that the waters in the rivers have started to rise due to a profusion of rain and transportation of supplies should be facilitated by this development. He emphasizes the …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Logistics and Transport Complicated by Low Rivers
Wayne discusses his many logistical needs including lumber, grain, rations, cattle, etc. There is also the problem of transporting supplies between forts which normally requires an escort of 200 men …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Logistical Needs of Wayne's Army
Wayne discusses his many logistical needs, especially the need for pack horses. The need for grain is acute, complicated by the fact that the river is too low to be used for the transport of supplies.
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Letters Received from Equaka
Letters received from Bloody Fellow inform Blount that the war parties have dispersed, and he is in the process of discharging regiments.
Executive Papers, Office of Governors LettersLetters of Major General St.Clair to Secretary of War
These are true extracts of the original letters of Major General St. Clair written to Henry Knox regarding the late Quartermaster General on file in the War Department of the United States as of …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Letter to the Secretary of War
Letter from Monsieur Beauvoir to Secretary Knox, written in French. Beauvoir makes mention of the island of St. Dominque, held by the French.
[Empty Placeholder Collection for Incomplete Collection Associations.]Letter to the Secretary of War
Withrop Sargent discusses the rank of Adjutant General and Inspector General with Secretary Knox. Expresses desire for military fame. Also discusses gun powder experiments.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Letter to the Secretary of War
Letter to Secretary Knox regarding the rank of Adjutant General and Inspector of the Army. Also discusses army discipline. Cannot discharge duties without higher rank in Army.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]
