Henry Knox
2391 documents
Recommendation for appointment
Henry Jackson recommends to the Secretary of War Capt. Constant Freeman for appointment in corps of artillery/
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Receipt payment for Virginia militia for protection of frontier
Ambler received $20,000 from Henry Knox Secretary of War, by the hands of Edward Carrington, supervisor district of Virginia on account of militia pay for protection of frontiers.
Receipts for Moneys Advanced (Advances), 1793-1855. (RG217)Receipt of Packets and Letters for Major General Wayne
Received packet addressed to Major Craig enclosing letters for Major General Wayne. Captain Crawford not yet arrived by hourly expected.
James Robertson PapersRation Shortages, Fort and Road-Building in Indian Lands, and Expectation of Further Action by British & Indians.
Notes continuing ration shortages. Describes Legion activities in last several weeks, consisting of improving fortification at Fort Defiance and cutting a wagon road between it and a new fort at "the …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Questions Use of Pitch Pine and White Oak for Naval Service
Refers to papers about pitch pine and white oak for beams in the naval service.
Letters Sent (Letterbook) of Commissioner of the Revenue, Tench Coxe, Relating to War Department Procurement, Apr 14, 1794-Aug 26, 1796. (RG75) (M74)Questions Possibility of Wooden Carriage Wheels; Reports Delivery of Articles
Refers to the question for iron carriage wheels for fortification cannons, and whether the wheels should be made of wood instead. The current state of foreign affairs may require prompt need of …
Letters Sent (Letterbook) of Commissioner of the Revenue, Tench Coxe, Relating to War Department Procurement, Apr 14, 1794-Aug 26, 1796. (RG75) (M74)Questions on Shipbuilding
Humphrey requested additional information on a model ship. Questions listed.
C. E. French Collection.Questions Inspection of Artillery Clothing In New York, Philadelphia, and New England
Refers to letter about small parcel of artillery clothing and problems of inspection between New York and Philadelphia.
Letters Sent (Letterbook) of Commissioner of the Revenue, Tench Coxe, Relating to War Department Procurement, Apr 14, 1794-Aug 26, 1796. (RG75) (M74)Questions about Wood used in Ship Building
Requests note about pitch pine beams for the lower deck of a ship built in Philadelphia. Notes dimensions furnished by the War Department with reference only to oak beams for ships built in places …
Letters Sent (Letterbook) of Commissioner of the Revenue, Tench Coxe, Relating to War Department Procurement, Apr 14, 1794-Aug 26, 1796. (RG75) (M74)Question of Samuel Hodgdon's Accounts
Wolcott discusses Samuel Hodgdon's request for pay as Quartermaster during the period April 19 - July 15, 1792. The issue seems to focus on the question of whether Hodgdon was in fact the …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.Public service and naval power
Letter to the Secretary of War, discussing the building of a frigate and the functions of a Naval Department.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Provisions Used and Required; Reclaiming Site of St. Clair's Defeat; Skirmishes with Indians
Wayne will forward returns of stores used, and transmit supply needs for coming months; encloses list of men whose enlistments will expire before June, and lists new promotions. Notes conclusion of …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Protection of Pennsylvania and Standing Armies
Bradford describes in detail the constitutionally acceptable methods of defending the port of Philadelphia and the frontiers. Discusses the affects of war in Europe on trade and peace in United …
Gilder Lehrman Collection.Proposes Transportation of Lumber for Southern Frigates
Reports expectation of size of timber load for frigates in the south. Outlines plans of transport. Refers to contracts with Mr. Scott and Mr. Ernest.
Letters Sent (Letterbook) of Commissioner of the Revenue, Tench Coxe, Relating to War Department Procurement, Apr 14, 1794-Aug 26, 1796. (RG75) (M74)Proposes Rations for Recruitment
Reports prospective rations for recruitment for 1795. Reminds that this is the season for purchase of salted provisions. Requests list for recruitment locations.
Letters Sent (Letterbook) of Commissioner of the Revenue, Tench Coxe, Relating to War Department Procurement, Apr 14, 1794-Aug 26, 1796. (RG75) (M74)Proceedings of the Council at Buffalo Creek are forwarded to Knox
Letter, encloses proceedings of Buffalo Creek council; discusses treaty between Six Nations and United States; mentions speech of Lord Dorchester; discusses British presence in the Northeast; …
Henry O'Reilly CollectionProcedures for Fire Engines for Ships
Represents the general requisition for the naval armament with assignment of fire engine for each ship. Includes dimensions and descriptions of fire engines. Requests demonstrations and drawings. …
Letters Sent (Letterbook) of Commissioner of the Revenue, Tench Coxe, Relating to War Department Procurement, Apr 14, 1794-Aug 26, 1796. (RG75) (M74)Preparations for Indian Attacks in Kentucky
Governor Isaac Shelby of Kentucky warns that hostile Indians have been emboldened by their successes against the expeditions sent against them and he has every reason to believe that they will attack …
The Isaac Shelby PapersPreparations for Building Military, Recommendation of William Buchanan Smith
Rumors that Congress will create standing military, Williams included recommendations of French gentlemen who he though fit to command. Hoped their military knowledge would excuse their nationality …
General Otho Williams Papers, MS# 908.Premiums as Applied to Deserters
Clarification is needed regarding the assigning of premiums to recruiting officers whose recruits have deserted. It has been the practice to allow a premium for recruits who remained in service long …
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Powder & Ball from Philadelphia
Knox's letter respecting the powder and ball shipped from Philadelphia has been received. When the vessel arrives and the stores safely deposited in Providence, they will be delivered to the order of …
U.S. Custom House Providence, RI Records.Possible Invasion of the Floridas
There are persistent rumors that the French are planning an invasion of the Floridas and that they are recruiting men, erecting works, and landing cannon for that purpose.
Transcribed Reports and Communications Transmitted by the Executive Branch to the Senate, 1789-1819. (RG46) (M1257, Rolls 1-3)Pitkin Declines the Appointment
Pitkin respectifully refuses to accept his appointment as a Captain in the Corps of Artillerists and Engineers. He is honored by the appointment but his current situation in life and the professions …
Timothy Pitkin PapersPayment Virginia militia for defense of frontier 1793
Payment to militia called into service in defense of Virginia frontier.
Receipts for Moneys Advanced (Advances), 1793-1855. (RG217)
