Henry Knox
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Discussion of various matters
Major Craig informs Secretary Knox that the militia will not reinforce Fort Franklin because the snow is too deep. Also mentions that the Senaca Indians are willing to take up arms with the United …
Isaac Craig PapersDiscussion of Military Discipline & Hospital Stores
Letter, discusses military discipline; discusses quality of hospital stores.
John [James] Wilkinson, Ltr to the Spanish Goverment.Discussion of Communication and Transportation of Supplies
Discusses communication between the Secretary of the Treasury and Samuel Hodgdon, as well as estimates of supplies. Outlines lines of communication and transportation.
Letters Sent (Letterbook) by Quartermaster General James O'Hara, Apr 19, 1792-May 17, 1794. (RG92)Discussing the outfitting and deployment of troops
Wayne discusses the deployment and outfitting of some of his forces, the need for rifle uniforms, and the punishment of a difficult young man named Lieut. Smith.
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Discusses Expense of Horses and Transportation in Kentucky
Discusses number of horses required for the western counties of Kentucky and the expense of transportation.
Letters Sent (Letterbook) by Quartermaster General James O'Hara, Apr 19, 1792-May 17, 1794. (RG92)Directions for travel
Letter to the Secretary of War, offering directions for travel as he needs to meet with Secretary Hamilton.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Difficulty of Final Adjustment of Levy Accounts
The loss of vouchers during the late action and the dispersal of the levies makes it difficult to settle all accounts but since all advances have been recorded, there will be no loss to the public.
Post Revolutionary War Manuscripts, 1784-1811. (RG94) (M904)Details of Reconnaissance Mission on Savage Indians
Wilkinson gave detailed account of intelligence mission to determine path of savage Indians who previously assaulted garrison of Fort Hamilton. Safety of roads to frontier posts and transportation of …
Anthony Wayne PapersDesire for promotion
Colonel Hull discusses the offer of Brigadier's commission. General Brooks has declined accepting Brigadier commission. Will reply at next post.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Deserters, Training Troops, and Supplies
Wayne discusses the problem of desertions and how deserters will be punished including a brand of "coward" on their foreheads. He also talks about his methods of training his troops and his various …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Deserters, Smallpox, and Indian Raids
Wayne reports a number of concerns including a high number of desertions among his troops, his inability to implement his plan of separating those who have had small pox from those who have not had …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Deployment of Troops to Prevent Indian Incursions
Wayne discusses the deployment of some of his forces in order to prevent Indian incursions. Nothing of importance has occurred except the arrival of Gen. Wilkinson's wife and family and the …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Defense of Frontier
Fully complied with instructions issued by Knox. Wrote to county lieutenants on the frontiers of PA and VA regarding defense. Dispatched an express boat to Gen. Wilkinson with Wayne's Circular. No …
Anthony Wayne PapersDeclined promotion
Colonel Hull advises Secretary Knox of his declining a position that he had previously solicited. Cites his family, wife, and children. Also appears to have been offended that General Brooks was …
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Declined Appointment
With sincere regret Williams declined appointment to Brigadier General due to poor health.
General Otho Williams Papers, MS# 908.de la Roche returns legal documents to Knox
Letter, de la Roche returns an indenture unsigned to Knox.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Daily Events at Post of Legion Ville
Wayne recounts details of current peace discussion with Indians and regular update of events at post.
Anthony Wayne PapersCost of Supplies, Updates on Current Stores
Cass finally arrived, now making arrangements to send reinforcements to Fort Franklin. Cost estimates by Turnbull and Marnie to be sent to Knox by this post. Enclosed list of stores, noted shortage …
James Robertson Papers
