Henry Knox
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Spirit of War Against Indians
07/19/1793 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/DocumentSmith reports on the turmoil of the southwestern frontier whereby the Indians seem to have restrained themselves as they wait for the report from the President. The whites, however, appear to have a …
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Smith writes to Knox about Citizen Genet
11/13/1793 Autograph Letter SignedLetter, Col. Smith discusses military accoutrements ordered by Citizen Genet but not paid for.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]
Situation of the Legion at Hobson's Choice Near Cincinnati; Anger at Proposal to Replace Legion with Militia
06/20/1793 Author's Letterbook CopyWayne continues to fret over the lack of supplies for his troops, a concern which is exacerbated by continued harassment by the Indians at the cost of several American lives. He is angered by the …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3
Ship Taken to Baltimore
08/22/1793 Autograph Letter SignedIn a letter received from Maryland, Jefferson has learned that a ship has been taken into Baltimore. He is forwarding to Knox the letters that have come into his hands that should go to the War …
Thomas Jefferson Papers
Seeks to Reconcile Records in Different Quarters
02/01/1793 LetterbookRefers to expenses of John Belli and communications with General Wilkinson. Seeks to make sure records are in the proper quarter.
Letters Sent (Letterbook) by Quartermaster General James O'Hara, Apr 19, 1792-May 17, 1794. (RG92)- No image
Seeking Peace with the Southern Tribes
08/21/1793 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/DocumentSeagrove reports that despite the suspicious machinations of the Spanish government and their agents McGillivray and Panton & Co., the Indians are quiet on the frontier. He hopes soon to enter the …
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Savages Against Savages
08/01/1793 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/DocumentGovernor Blount and General Pickens discuss the implications of building a post at the mouth of the Bear Creek which may help to cut off water communication between the northern and southern Indians. …
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Satisfaction at the Prospect of Aid
04/09/1793 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/DocumentGovernor Telfair expresses his satisfaction at the prospect of Georgia receiving aid in establishing a magazine of arms and benefitting from the assistance of the militias of neighboring States in …
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Rules of neutrality
08/16/1793 Autograph Letter SignedRules of governance as agreed upon by President Washington and the Minister of France. Huntington believes it absurd that rules will be followed. Notes that the inhabitants of Connecticut appear …
General Collection
Return of the Ship "Betsy"
09/10/1793 Autograph Letter SignedThe enclosed memorial of one thousand pounds satisfies the public fine so the ship "Betsy" can be returned to her owner.
Thomas Jefferson Papers
Return of Powder, Arrival of Ammunition, Availability of Lead
02/08/1793 Autograph Letter SignedEncloses return of powder. Lead and musket ball sent to Legion Ville and will soon be worked up into cartridges. Mentions a Frenchman from Sandusky offering lead for good terms when considering the …
James Robertson Papers
Responsibilities to Discharge Accounts, Proper Paperwork
12/10/1793 Copy of Signed DocumentHamilton describes a plan to pay commissioned officers who wish to paid in Philadelphia. They should execute an instrument to be lodged with the Paymaster of the Army who will grant a certificate to …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.- No image
Resignation from the Army
02/14/1793 Typed letterDue to age, fatigue, and ill health, General Putnam resigns from the army.
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Requesting Prices of Indian Goods and Transportation from Philadelphia to Pittsburg
07/10/1793 Copy of documentCommissioners for Sandusky Conference request price of all Indian goods and cost of transportation from Philadelphia to Pittsburg.
Third Congress: Transcribed Confidential Reports and Other Communications Transmitted by the Secretary of War to the House of Representatives, 3d
Request for White Wampum
05/27/1793 Autograph Letter SignedOn behalf of commissioners, Pickering laments that the white wampum has not arrived from New York or Albany. Therefore, ask Major Craig's help in obtaining a quantity, not exceeding 80,000.
James Robertson Papers
Request for Two Thousand Volunteers & Account of Duel Between Officers
04/29/1793 Author's Letterbook CopyWayne assesses his current troop strength at two thousand not including the 844 men assigned to garrison duty. If war progresses, he will need two thousand volunteers rather than the one thousand …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3
Request for Orders
04/22/1793 Autograph Letter SignedIndians have acted in hostile manner; Shepherd requests orders on how to act against them after General Wayne left the quarter.
Draper MSS-David Shepherd Papers (SS)
Request for Information on Bar Iron
03/06/1793 Autograph Letter SignedCover letter regarding: Fear of all bar iron being used for ship ballast, Christie requests amount needed by the United States so it can be purchased before supplies are depleted.
First Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the Senate by the Secretary of War [1A-F2] (RG46)
Reporting on the Georgia Militia's March against Hostile Indian Towns
06/09/1793 Copy of documentIn this letter from Ft Fidius, Gaither reports that Georgia Militia, under leadership of Major General Twiggs and Brigadiers Irwin Clark and Blackburn with about 600 officers and men, about half …
Third Congress: Transcribed Confidential Reports and Other Communications Transmitted by the Secretary of War to the House of Representatives, 3d
Report on troops under Major General Wayne
05/03/1793 Document SignedTroops under Major General Anthony Wayne embarked in good order for Fort Washington, in high spirits, with boats well fitted for transportation. Should reach Fort Washington in six days.
James Robertson Papers
Report on the Southwestern Frontier
01/03/1793 Letterbook CopySeagrove discusses the situation on the frontier which is mostly peaceful despite several incidents involving violence by Indians.
Third Congress: Transcribed Confidential Reports and Other Communications Transmitted by the Secretary of War to the House of Representatives, 3d
Report on preliminary proceedings of Federal Commissioners for Treaty at Sandusky
05/26/1793 Copy of documentDocument details the route of the commissioners to the treaty area. Pickering and Randolph traveled together. Lincoln came separately with stores and baggage. Pickering and Randolph route comprised …
Third Congress: Transcribed Confidential Reports and Other Communications Transmitted by the Secretary of War to the House of Representatives, 3d
Report on Movements of Troops and Expenditures
07/19/1793 Copy of Signed DocumentLieutenant Glenn with detachment of Rifle Corps and Cornet Brick with dismounted Dragoons, have embarked. Governor St. Clair has left. Mentions departure of Captain Lewis and Pike detachments. …
James Robertson Papers- No image
Report on Indian Activity
10/28/1793 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/DocumentBlount reports on General Sevier's pursuit of the Indians who murdered a frontier family and Blount's attempt to communicate with the Cherokees. Presently there are no major actions by the Indians but …
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Report on incident between whites and Cherokees at Mr. Whitney's store at Ward's Mill, killings near Ft Matthews, calling out the militia and letter from Creeks to President
08/28/1793 Copy of documentFrom Augusta Georgia Major Henry Gaither reports on an incident between whites and Cherokees on 25 October 1792. Approximately 8 or 9 Cherokees with family came to Mr. Whitney's store at Wards Mill to …
Third Congress: Transcribed Confidential Reports and Other Communications Transmitted by the Secretary of War to the House of Representatives, 3d
