Henry Knox
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King asks Knox to keep the new command billet vacant
Letter, discusses command appointment for additional regiment.
Henry Knox Papers. [Microfilm]Kentucky Volunteers Issues; Complications Caused by British
Discusses calling for and paying the Kentucky mounted volunteers, complicated by the fact that they will not accept banknotes. Mentions preliminary prods at outlying Indian settlements, and that they …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3James O'Hara writes to the Secretary at War regarding western army, stores, pay, and subsistence
O'Hara discusses the western army, stores, pay, and subsistence with Knox.
Isaac Craig PapersIron Ball Inspection
A suitable person at New York is needed to inspect the iron ball which are to be delivered there by Mr. [John Jacob] Faesch of New Jersey.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Inventory of ordnance at Manchester Virginia
An inventory of military ordnance and stores at Manchester, Virginia. Items include muskets, shells, case shot, grape shot, and equipment.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Interests of the Union vs. Those of the States
Governor Mifflin lectures Knox on the discretionary powers of the President in relation to the State governments. He acknowledges that it is the duty of the President to act in the interests of the …
William Irvine PapersInteractions of British, Spanish, and Indians; Plans for Fort at Greeneville
Cites possibility of British assisting Indians in attacking Legion posts, but admits lack of intelligence. Mentions latest intelligence on Spanish movements and interactions with the Chickasaws, and …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Insurgents Attack
Astonished saddles and bridles were still missing,. Craig positive of their shipment by boat. Possibility they were taken by Col. Edwards by mistake. Details on men assembled to attack fort and expel …
James Robertson PapersInstructions Regarding the Enclosed Account
Instructions are requested regarding the settlement of the enclosed account presented by Mr. Hodgdon.
Numbered Record Books, 1775-1798. (RG93) (M853)Instructions from Tench Francis on Purchasing
Refers to a note from Tench Francis, requesting his attention to any purchases. Wishes to do no injury to Mr. Morrow.
Letters Sent (Letterbook) of Commissioner of the Revenue, Tench Coxe, Relating to War Department Procurement, Apr 14, 1794-Aug 26, 1796. (RG75) (M74)Inferior Quality of Hats & Shoes
Wayne discusses the inferior quality of the hats and shoes of the soldiery. A large proportion of the hats are not much better than stiffened blankets and the shoes are not equal to the common shoes …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Indians' Intentions; Inadequacy of Troops' Clothing; Plans to Advance
Major General Anthony Wayne mentions the capture of two Delaware Indians, who reported recent council among the hostile Indians to consider Wayne's proposals, and seemed inclined to return the white …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Indians Appear to Be Preparing for Hostilities; Legion Manpower Problems
Wayne's spies have captured a man whose testimony makes Wayne believe the Indians do not desire peace, and are assembling to receive arms, ammunition, clothing, etc. from the British Indian agent Col. …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Indian Flag of Truce, and Suspicions Thereof
Wayne Informs Knox that the Indians have sent in a flag of truce, which he believes is due to the seizure of St. Clair's field and the approach to Grand Glaize. Doubts the overture is sincere, …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3
