Henry Knox
2391 documents

Copy: Attack on Fort Hamilton
08/16/1792 Contemporary Copy of Letter SignedDescription of an attack on Fort Hamilton by Indians. After repelling the attack, some troops set out after them. Wilkinson has hired spies to infiltrate the belligerents' community.
Anthony Wayne Papers
Contract for Supplying Posts
05/09/1792 Autograph Letter SignedE&W reference their contract with the secretary of the Treasury for supplies to several posts. Describes the supplies available, and the difficulty of transporting meat to the falls of Muskinghum,
Samuel Smith Papers, Mm 82040469
Consternation at Reports of Enemy Activity Near Fort Hamilton
11/04/1792 Autograph Letter SignedDiscusses actions around Fort Hamilton -- Lt. Hartshorn left in command there, 3 men from the garrison captured by "the enemy" [presumably Indians], failed pursuit, etc. Defends his leaving a …
John M. Brown & Preston Brown Papers, #105.- No image
Comments on Wayne's Plan for Carrying on the War
09/07/1792 Typed letterPresident Washington provides Knox with his views on the progress and plans of General Anthony Wayne's campaign in the Ohio Territory
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Colfax's Company Account
04/14/1792 Autograph Letter SignedFleming has examined and found correct William Colfax's Company account for the transportation of shot and shells from Pompton Furnace to West Point with a balance in their favor of $277.53. They have …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
Coalescence of the Legion at Pittsburgh, Winter Encampment, and Stance Toward Indians
10/26/1792 Author's Letterbook Copy, in hand of authorHas returned from scouting a winter site for the army; must wait for water to rise (for ease of supply) before relocating there. Refers to retention of interpreters. Capt. Pierce will soon arrive …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3
Clothing, Muskets, and Powder
07/13/1792 Author's Letterbook CopyAll is quiet on the frontier but the lack of clothing for the troops is a disgrace. Wayne discusses a modification of his muskets which, using a fine-grain powder, will eliminate the need for priming …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3- No image
Changing Attitudes of Indian Chiefs, Possibility of War
09/26/1792 Printed DocumentEnclosed information on J. Deraque and R. Finnelson given under oath witnessed by R. Hays, justice of the peace. Also discussed change in attitude of Indian chiefs and how to obtain men for service …
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Carrington discusses military matters with Knox
08/07/1792 Autograph Letter SignedLetter, mentions recommendations; discusses general conduct of the military; describes action against British officers; discusses Revolutionary War; discusses report of Congress re St. Clair's …
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]
Captain Prior and Wabash Indians; Expected Arrival of Cornplanter and Senecas
12/08/1792 Autograph LetterCaptain Prior and party of Wabash Indians with interpreters arrived at the Post and will set off in a few days for Philadelphia. Cornplanter said to be on his way with party of Senecas.
James Robertson Papers- No image
Calling Up Militia
09/27/1792 Printed DocumentGreen County cavalry and seven companies of infantry called up to defend territory from Indian attacks. Sevier to command field officers.
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Brooks requests details of promotion from Knox
04/24/1792 Autograph Letter SignedLetter, asks for info re terms of the commission of Brigadier General.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]
Boat Construction
03/02/1792 Autograph Letter SignedBoats previously purchased did not suit need to transport horses so Craig has contracted the construction of wider boats. Provisions and ammunition sent to Fort Franklin.
James Robertson Papers
Balance due the State of Virginia
04/19/1792 Copy of Signed DocumentLee reminded Knox of money owed state by treasury department.
Executive Communications- No image
Authority from the Western Nations to Act on Their Behalf
03/27/1792 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/DocumentIndian leader Joseph Brandt tells Knox that he is honored to have been invited to discuss Indian grievances with the United States government but first must dispatch messengers to get authority from …
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Appropriate Answer to St. Clair's Letters
02/29/1792 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/DocumentWashington asks Knox to prepare appropriate responses to General St. Clair's enclosed letters so that the general will not believe he is being slighted or ignored. (See transcipt below.)
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Appointment
05/06/1792 Autograph Letter SignedWilliams honored with Knox's opinion, but cannot accept appointment due to health problems and his current engagement taking care of orphan children.
General Otho Williams Papers, MS# 908.
Appeal for higher rank
05/17/1792 Letter, Type UndeterminedWilliam Sargent informs Secretary Knox that his duties as the adjutant general cannot be performed without more rank.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]
Amounts Owed for Protection of Frontier
11/01/1792 Autograph Letter SignedDetails of expenses incurred and reimbursed for the defense of Virginia's frontier.
Executive Papers, Office of Governors Letters
Ammunition Manufacture
05/11/1792 Autograph Letter SignedMore iron to arrive, furnace now casting shot. Powder to be sifted. Finished supplies will be sent forward without delay.
James Robertson Papers
Allison Reports Hostilities with Indians to Knox
10/28/1792 Autograph Letter SignedLetter, describes Indian aggression on frontiers of Cumberland.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]- No image
Advances on Supplies
08/06/1792 Typed DocumentProtocol on advances given by the Quartermaster's Department. Treasury must be notified of all transactions. Orders to employ a deputy who is already a government employee.
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Advances for supplies in the Quartermaster Department
08/06/1792 LetterbookAdvances for supplies in the Quarter Master Department are to be made after first of next month by warrant from the Treasury.
James O'Hara Papers, BV 1804-1807.- No image
Additional Annuiity for the Cherokees
01/20/1792 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/DocumentLear, Washington's secretary, informs Knox that the Senate has approved a resolution providing an additional five hundred dollars to the one-thousand-dollar annuity previously granted to the …
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