Download or read book Henry Knox to James Barron Thanking Him for Taking on Thomas Flucker as Midshipman 20 November 1800 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1800 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Knox thanks Captain Barron for taking Thomas Flucker on as a midshipman. Knox hopes Flucker behaves, but if he does not, Barron should feel free to admonish Flucker.

Download or read book Henry Knox to James Barron about Problems Appointing Knox s Son in the Military 20 November 1800 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1800 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Knox's son has been under the command of Captain Barron as a lieutenant. Knox informs Barron that despite a recommendation from John Adams, the Senate had declined to approve the nomination of the President of the United States of him as a Lieutenant of the Navy. Secretary of the Navy Stoddert suggested Henry Jackson Knox be a midshipman under Barron, but Knox believes his son would see that as a degradation. Knox asks Barron, then, if his son Henry Jackson Knox could be an acting Lieutenant with the emoluments only of a midshipman.

Download or read book Henry Knox to Silas Talbot Asking that He Accept Thomas Flucker as a Midshipman 18 October 1800 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1800 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Copy of a letter from Knox brought to Talbot by Knox's nephew Thomas Flucker. Knox asks that Talbot accept Thomas as a midshipman.

Download or read book Henry Knox to Silas Talbot Asking that Thomas Flucker Can Serve as Midshipman 8 October 1800 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1800 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Knox asks Talbot to receive on board of the Constitution on the pay of an ordinary seaman, but to act as a midshipman Master Thomas Fluker, brother to Francis Fluker who has heretofore sailed under your orders.

Download or read book Thomas Flucker to Henry Knox on His Training in the Navy 7 November 1799 written by Thomas Flucker and published by . This book was released on 1799 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Thomas Flucker writes his uncle Henry Knox to tell him that he has just learned navigation and is set to learn a few things in his training. Flucker is determined to join the navy and is eager to have Knox help that happen.

Download or read book Henry Knox to Thomas Flucker on Family Matters and the End of the War 14 May 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: Knox, Commander of West Point, writes to Thomas Flucker, brother of Knox's wife Lucy. Notes that Thomas is still very dear to Lucy, despite the turbulence of the times (Lucy's family were Loyalists, and her parents had left America for England at the start of the Revolutionary War). Remarks, The War being over we may hope for a revival of intercourse and mutual goodwill between friends who have been separated... Suffer me to press you to write often and to confide me in the light of a real brother. Encloses a letter (not included) to Flucker's mother, explaining the method by which they may correspond in the future.

Download or read book Henry Knox to James Sullivan about the Estate of Thomas Flucker incomplete 28 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: Body of the letter and signature in the hand of Robert Pemberton, Knox's aide. Previous research determined the addressee to be James Sullivan, but the document does not indicate that explicitly. Knox discusses the settlement of the estate of Thomas and Hannah Flucker, the parents of his wife, Lucy, stating that he will formally authenticate a bond verifying monies owed to Mr. [likely Isaac] Winslow. He also comments on the insurgents in Massachusetts, and discusses in some detail the upcoming [federal] convention in Philadelphia, wondering whether its proceedings could be the basis of a new national government with a new constitution.

Download or read book Henry Knox to Leroy Bayer Mr Evers about the Thomas and Francis Flucker 15 February 1801 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1801 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Informs them that Mrs. [Sarah Lyons] Beaumez's son, Francis Flucker, was appointed by the British government and is serving in India and that her other son, Thomas Flucker, is a midshipman on his way to the West Indies. Continues to discuss the Flucker's and their future plans. Letter is not signed but appears to be in Knox's hand.

Download or read book Thomas Flucker to Henry Knox Regarding Items Needed for School November 1797 written by Thomas Flucker and published by . This book was released on 1797 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Writes to his uncle Henry Knox to ask if it would be alright if he came to Boston for Christmas and spend some days with him. Also asks for a book on geography, his skates, a blanket, a fur cap and some cravats.

Download or read book Henry Knox to William Sullivan Regarding Articles Sullivan Sent Thomas Flucker and His Legal Disputes 12 January 1800 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1800 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Knox acknowledges the articles that Sullivan sent him and his wife. Knox also tells Sullivan, if Thomas Flucker is not gone onboard of any of the Vessells of [near] I pray you to remit immediately the fifty dollars to Mr. Pemberton at Billerica to pay his bills there. Knox encloses the deed for Mrs. Waldo instead of the one which you have as in that the boundaries are not right. Mentions his disputes with Mackay, Derbey, and Lowell.

Download or read book Henry Knox to Admiral John Holloway about Thomas and Francis Flucker 6 May 1801 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1801 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses Francis and Thomas Flucker's whereabouts and doings with British Rear Admiral Holloway. States Francis Flucker is serving as a midshipman on board of a ship of war for the United States in the West Indies. Says Thomas Flucker would make a great Navy officer in the British Navy.

Download or read book Henry Knox to Thomas Flucker Saying that Knox Will Meet Captain Talbot about a Position on the USS Constitution 18 August 1800 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1800 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Copy of a letter Henry sent to his nephew Thomas Flucker instructing Flucker that he will meet Captain Talbot. Talbot will give Flucker money and clothing. Knox demands that Flucker return to Thomaston immediately if Flucker does not get on the Constitution. Flucker is not to stay in Boston one day.

Download or read book Henry Knox to James Bowdoin Introducing Him to Captain Freeman 20 November 1786 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1786 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introduces Captain [possibly Jeremiah or Constant] Freeman as a worthy artillery soldier who served under Knox during the previous war. Recommends him for service in the Massachusetts line currently being raised.

Download or read book Henry Knox to William Knox on Military and Naval Operations 13 August 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: Chastises William, his brother, for not writing more frequently. Mentions a military operation planned against Newport to take place in conjunction with the arrival of a French fleet led by the Comte D'Estaing. Instructs William to inform [James] Bowdoin's family that John Temple, British Consul General, has arrived at New York. Reports that a fire in New York City has destroyed between 80 and 100 houses. Encloses some letters for Colonel Sears in Newport. Regarding the planned military and naval operation, writes, I hope sincerely that Rhode Island may fall into our hands first. The Events at Newport will determine the further operations of the Army. Relates that his wife Lucy received a letter from her brother, possibly Thomas Flucker, informing her of the family's welfare (the Fluckers, as Loyalists, left America for England during the Revolutionary War). A note on page four discusses correspondence between Mrs. [Knox?] and Mr. Smith.

Download or read book Henry Knox to Mrs Flucker about His Illness and Concerns about Unrest in Europe 4 May 1793 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1793 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Writes to thank her for her concern during his illness and to let her know he is now recovered. Expresses concern about unrest in Europe. Hopes that the U.S. will remain undisturbed notwithstanding the concussions of Europe, but states that when firebrands arrows and death are flying abroad ther is no absolute security. Certain it is however that the executives are perfectly disposed to peace... Also loans her money. Watermarked. Letterpress copy.

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Download or read book Henry Knox to Joseph Peirce about Lime and Lumber Shipments 18 October 1800 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1800 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Knox tells Peirce he has loaded vessels with lime and lumber. Knox informs Peirce about the instructions Knox gave to his nephew Thomas Flucker. Knox will be at his wits' end if Thomas does not board the Constitution.