Clements Library: University of Michigan
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Legion Organization and Progress to Pittsburgh
Knox provides a detailed accounting of the assignment and whereabouts of officers and men throughout the Legion and and an account of their progress toward Pittsburgh. Various logistical concerns are …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Jonathan Cass recruiting in Philadelphia; reporting on the disposition of the Indians; poor prospects for peace
Cited in Knox to Wayne, 10/12/1792. Capt. Jonathan Cass was relieved from his command at Fort Franklin by Capt. Hughes and is now on his way to Philadelphia to await recruiting instructions and …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Indian engagement, training, and Putnam's strategy
Wayne discusses the loss of two officers in an engagement with the Indians as well as the probable failure of peace overtures. He talks of a mock-attack in which Americans pretended to be Indians and …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Inadequate Rations for the Soldiery
Wayne complains that the rations provided his troops are not adequate to their needs and are much less than the rations provided by the British to their soldiers.
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Importance of Gathering Accurate Intelligence
Along with a discussion of promotions and other personnel matters, Knox reminds Wayne of the crucial importance of acquiring accurate intelligence regarding the strength and movement of the Indian …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Guidance regarding military administration and Indian warfare
Extract of a letter relating to disabled or invalided soldiers, and a note to Wilkinson clarifying the chain of command.
James McHenry PapersEscort Ordered for Surveyor in Lands Bought from Miami Indians
Congress has authorized a survey of the lands bought from the Miami Indians and Knox orders Wayne to provide an escort for the appointed surveyor.
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Enclosed List of Deserters, Indian Relations
Negotiations with the Chickasaws, anxiety of the frontier settlers, enclosed list of deserters.
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Enclosed Letter from Secretary of War, Notification of Receipt
In absence of Secretary of War, Stagg acknowledged receipt of communications from Putnam, Cass[__], and Snow. Invoices for clothing, military, and hospital stores received.
Anthony Wayne PapersEliminating Excessive Expenses
Knox urges Wayne to use whatever measures are necessary to eliminate excessive expense. Perhaps the use of oxen instead of packhorses would be one way to save money. A significant number of recruits …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Effective Use of Patrols
Knox praises Wayne's use of patrols--instead of small garrisons--as a means of protecting the frontier. It is hoped that the people also recognize the effectiveness of the patrols and not feel the …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Do Not Be Misled By Indian Overtures of Peace; Support for Legion That it May Conquer
Wayne tells Knox not to be misled by rumors of peace with the Indians. He must do everything in his power to ensure that the Legion is well-manned, well-supplied and well-armed so as to conquer the …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Disposition of Indian Forces and Threat of Smallpox
Wayne discusses a number of matters concerning the garrison at Pittsburgh, including the disposition of Indian forces and the threat of small pox. His plan is to separate those troops who have had the …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Dispersal of the Indian Party Collected for War
There had been a warning from the Governor of Tennessee that 300-500 hostile Indians were ready to go to war but the intercession of several headmen led to the dispersal of the warriors. As a result, …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Disease, Indian Raids, and Lack of Supplies
Wayne reports a number of unfortunate occurances including many deaths at the hands of marauding well-supplied Indians, illness in a number of soldiers and a lack of medical personnel, and a lack of …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Discussing 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.1-3Discussing Progress of Recruits, Allocation of Stores, and Indian Relations
Knox talks of the progress of the movement of recruits and the allocations of stores and the procedures for strict accountability of all public property. Uniformity of pay procedures is advocated. …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Details 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 PapersDetailed Plans for Gibson; Preston; Thomas Lewis, and Howell Lewis Companies
Detailed account of supplies, number of troops, and locations to which they'll march. Enclosed invoices with materials distributed.
Anthony Wayne PapersDesire to Meet Cornplanter; Unlikelihood of Congressional Action on Recruiting
Knox wants to meet with the Cornplanter so that the latter can explain the communication received from the Six Nations in preparation for the next meeting with them. It seems unlikely that Congress …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Deserters, 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, stores, and recruiting
The troops are obviously not ready for active warfare but Knox knows that Wayne will prepare them well. The problem of deserters and cowardly sentries is addressed. It appears that most of the stores …
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 Papers
