Download or read book Henry Knox to Benjamin Lincoln on the Victory at Saratoga New York and Other War News 18 January 1778 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1778 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Later copy. Previous catalog record noted that this is a copy. Knox had planned to travel to New England by way of Albany, New York, so he could see Lincoln and Benedict Arnold, but his late departure will prevent him from taking that route. Comments on Lincoln's recovery (his leg was badly injured during the Saratoga campaign in 1777). Congratulates Lincoln on the victory at Saratoga, New York: The success with which your exertions have been crowned, and the ample security it affords at present to this and the neighboring states must be a pleasing reflection in your pain and confinement. Relates that George Washington has ordered him (Knox) to transfer cannons from Albany, New York to Pennsylvania. Remarks that George Clinton, Governor of New York, suggested to Knox that the cannons be transported by water after the ice melts. Notes that if Lincoln is not well enough to travel to Boston in six weeks, Knox will travel through Albany to see him.

Download or read book Henry Knox to Benjamin Lincoln about Necessary Ordnance for the Siege of New York 19 January 1782 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1782 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written to General Benjamin Lincoln as Secretary at War. Calculations and notes regarding necessary ordnance and ammunition for the siege of New York. Discusses strategy relating to placement of cannon and batteries.

Download or read book Henry Knox to Lucy Knox on War News and News about His Brother William 14 June 1779 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1779 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sends his wishes for her improved health. Reports that the enemy in his area have made no new movements. Relates news of General Benjamin Lincoln's victory against the British in South Carolina (Lincoln engaged the British as they retreated from a siege of Charleston, South Carolina). Declares God Grant it to be time as it will have a very principal influence in happily terminating the War. Relates that his brother William wrote from Hartford, Connecticut, stating he was able to procure bills of exchange, and expects to sail [for Holland] within three weeks. Sends his love to Lucy's cousins, Eliza and Sally. Asks how their baby daughter Julia is doing.

Download or read book Henry Knox to Benjamin Lincoln Offering Military Advice 29 January 1779 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1779 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Later copy. Knox gives advice to General Lincoln, Southern Department Commander: My ignorance of the Country makes me an inadequate judge of your situation, but the numbers you mention you have to oppose the Enemy is most certainly a very serious matter. This it is to hoped will ultimately be remedied but the mean time will probably be very disagreeable. Advises Lincoln to exercise patience. Relates that the right wing of the Continental Army is in New Jersey, while the left wing and part of the second line are east of the Hudson River. Remarks, The Enemy by shipping off so great a quantity of troops have not enough left to disturb our repose much this winter. We are enjoying ease at your expense. I feel a kind of shame in participating of any entertainment at a time when any part of my friends are in a disagreeable situation.

Download or read book Henry Knox to Benjamin Lincoln about Troop Status 13 February 1781 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1781 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Later copy. Discusses the status of troops throughout the New England states and a victory at Cowpens, South Carolina.

Download or read book Henry Knox to Benjamin Lincoln Concerning the Conclusion of the War and Payment of Artillery Artificers 8 April 1783 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1783 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written and signed for Knox in the hand of Samuel Shaw, Knox's aide de camp. To Secretary of War Lincoln. Says with the confirmation of peace the artillery artificers are worried about disbanding before hearing from Congress about a payment settlement for their past services. Says he wrote to Lincoln about this issue previously and asked him to bring it before Congress. Says it being but reasonable that their stipulated pay, of twenty dollars a per month to the privates and in proportion for the noncommissioned officers, should be made good to them. Hopes Lincoln will use his influence to get a decision from Congress as soon as possible.

Download or read book Henry Knox to Lucy Knox on War News and John Burgoyne s Surrender at Saratoga New York 3 November 1777 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1777 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Knox worries because Lucy has not recently written to him. Reports receipt of a letter from Harry, (Colonel Henry Jackson, also in Boston). Expresses discontent regarding the high price of goods Jackson reported in Boston. Refers to the glorious event to the northward, John Burgoyne's surrender at Saratoga, New York. Writes, We are waiting for some favorable opportunity to give [the British] another blow & if possible to dispossess them of the redoubted city of Philadelphia- The enemy have not yet been able to drive our Gallies away or storm or batter our ports with success... Refers to the British attack on Fort Mifflin and the death of Hessian Colonel Count Carl von Donop. States that Continental troops would be in a very powerful situation had they not lost Forts Clinton and Montgomery on the Hudson River.

Download or read book Henry Knox to Benjamin Lincoln about Orders copy 9 February 1787 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1787 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Later copy. Written from the War Office, likely in New York City. Writes that the bearer, Major [William] North, will inform you of an intended disposition of some of the federal troops for the protection of the stores of the United States at Springfield. Writes that the work of these troops must be restricted to securing the property of the United States. Asks him for his opinion on what force (if any) will be an adequate protection to the Arsenal and Magazine.

Download or read book Henry Knox to Benjamin Lincoln 19 April 1791 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1791 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Later copy. Secretary of War Knox reports that he was happy to have had the opportunity of complying with your wishes relative to young Mr. [William] Balch. Knox mentions some vacant land that seems mortgaged.

Download or read book Henry Knox to Benjamin Lincoln 5 January 1799 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1799 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This document seems to be the last page of a few sentences of a longer letter that has been separated.

Download or read book Henry Knox to Benjamin Lincoln about Battle of Guilford Courthouse and Other Matters 24 April 1781 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1781 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Later copy. Discusses General Nathanael Greene's actions in the south, including the Battle of Guilford Court House. General Greene after experiencing the hope of capturing Lord Cornwallis and his army, has been disappointed by the inert or hostile disposition of the people of No. Carolina. Was glad to hear from General Lincoln that the Massachusetts line may be filled. Discusses soldiers' demands to receive monetary compensation immediately, as they do not believe they will able to receive half pay [after their term of service]. Relates that a man at New Windsor, who was previously with Lincoln and spoke ill of him, has not slandered him recently. I think you know the operations of the human heart too well to suppose that any person who has acted in the high station which you have done can escape the malevolence of disappointment or the reproaches of the ignorant and interested.

Download or read book Henry Knox to Benjamin Lincoln Asking for Updates when He Goes to Suppress Shays 21 January 1787 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1787 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Writes that he is fully impressed with how busy Lincoln is (Lincoln was preparing to lead a regiment to face off against the Shays insurgents), but hopes that he would not mind giving him news of the battles in Massachusetts when possible. Writes, I do not request to know any thing which if divulged by miscarriage of letters would be in the least injurious - Any communications which shall be made shall be retained with me unless you should please to order otherwise. I trust to your friendship to excuse my request, wishing you every success. Body of letter and signature penned for Knox by Robert Pemberton, his post-war aide.

Download or read book Henry Knox to Benjamin Lincoln Discussing the Need for a Trained Republican National Militia 31 January 1790 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1790 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Signed, HK. Discusses his interest in training the militia and asks Lincoln for his opinion on the subject. Writes [t]ell me Sincerely your own opinion, my dear Friend, is the project of the Militia herewith enclosed an utopian plan? If I am not acting under a delusion, as sure as we exist as a republic we must have a strong institution of the sort, or we shall have a standing army which I should exceedingly dislike - For I am [sincerely] impressed with the opinion that under the influences of a standg army the Gloss of Our republic would pass away like snow before a summer Sun. Docketed in Knox's hand.

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Download or read book Henry Knox to Benjamin Lincoln about Shells 20 May 1782 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1782 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explains his recommendations and opinions on key issues regarding the ensuing campaign in and around New York. Relates that upon asking General George Washington when to be prepared to march his troops, General Washington claimed to be out of touch with the status of preparations, but as soon as he decided, he would let Knox know. Knox relates that this makes him uneasy, as it makes planning the ordnance and stores far more difficult. Describes recent experiments on howitzers of French and of English origin, and explains that they require different shell sizes (see GLC02437.01411), and recommends Captain [William] Stevens and Mr. [John Jacob] Faesch for the job. Recommends reproofing all the shells in Pennsylvania and Maryland because of previous accidents. Describes the recent acquisition by General Washington of cannon from the state of Virginia (see GLC02437.01394). Encloses a list of stores requested for West Point and the field, as well as one prepared by General [William] Irvine for Fort Pitt. Emphasizes the necessity of building the required number of carriages, wagons, tumbrils, and cartridges, and of obtaining the requested number of horses. Also mentions Mr. [Samuel] Hodgdon.

Download or read book Henry Knox to Benjamin Lincoln about Military Stores and Repairs 31 July 1782 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1782 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Writes to Lincoln, the Secretary of War, to ask his opinion on various subjects surrounding artillery stores for future campaigns. Various topics include shells being cast for French howitzers by Mr. [John Jacob] Faesch, preparation of shot and shells by Mr. Byers, and transportation of cartridge boxes from Philadelphia to the New York state posts. Also mentions directions from General George Washington to have stores from the post in Burlington, New Jersey moved to New Windsor, New York, and the amount of repairable arms in Albany, Fishkill and West Point. Discusses the urgent need for hiring armorers to repair weaponry: There is no one abuse or thing in the Army that demands a more prompt remedy than the repair of Arms.

Download or read book Henry Knox to Benjamin Lincoln Discussing Prisoners and Campaigns in the South 30 October 1780 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1780 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Later copy. Discusses an exchange of prisoners, of which General Lincoln is one. Writes about a battle in Charlotte, North Carolina in some detail and mentions various other campaigns in the South. Written in Camp Bergen County.