Download or read book Winthrop Sargent to Henry Knox about Forts and General Wayne s Actions at the Battle of Fallen Timbers 5 September 1794 written by Winthrop Sargent and published by . This book was released on 1794 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses information he gathered from an officer regarding the army. Reports on the distances of forts and other landmarks located near Fort Recovery along with General [Anthony] Wayne's recent actions. Also reports General Wayne was attacked by Indians commanded by [Alexander] Mckee on the 20th. Describes the battle that followed. Reports the Indians were forced to flee and on the number of men who were killed and wounded in the battle. Mentions the British involvement and appears to hint at the possibility that the Indians were suppose to meet at the British camp. Notes the number of Indian homes and crops that were burned, including Mckee's property. Sargent is likely writing about the Battle of Fallen Timbers that took place on 20 August 1794. The docket on the verso in John Stagg, Jr.'s hand notes Cincinnati - 7 Sept 1794 Col Sergeant - ...rec : oct: 3 - .
Download or read book Winthrop Sargent to Henry Knox about Army Preparation in the Northwest Tensions Between Generals Wayne and Wilkinson and Requests to Winter in Philadelphia 23 July 1794 written by Winthrop Sargent and published by . This book was released on 1794 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses the preparation for an expedition (possibly the build-up to the Battle of Fallen Timbers that took place on 20 August 1794). Notes there have been volunteers pouring in ever since his arrival. Reports General [Charles] Scott has moved to the head of the line with a small group of men. Mentions Scott describes the men as a bunch of fighting fellows and the best party that ever came out of Kentuckey [sic]. Appears to express his doubts regarding Scott's men. Also notes some of General Scott's horses are unable to handle the expedition and that Scott plans on persuading the men to allow the regular troops at Greenville, Ohio to use the pack horses. Discusses how unhappy he was to learn that it is commonly known throughout the country that General [Anthony] Wayne and General [James] Wilkinson have a strained relationship between each other. Also mentions a conversation he had with Wilkinson where Wilkinson expressed his disgust with the service. Notes Wilkinson inquired about the question of his conduct, which Winthrop says he waived the subject away for obvious reasons. Says Wilkinson spoke of Scott as being dishonorable and a drunk. Expresses his displeasure with Cincinnati, Ohio and writes he has now been here long enough to be heartily sick of it and requests to pass the winter in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Recommends his brother for an appointment. Sends his best wishes to Mrs. Lucy Knox and the rest of the family.
Download or read book Winthrop Sargent to Henry Knox about Army Movements 31 July 1794 written by Winthrop Sargent and published by . This book was released on 1794 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A letter from Winthrop Sargent quoting C. [possibly Caleb] Swan. Reports the army marched out of Greenville, Ohio today. Notes the men were in good spirits and well supplied. Comments on the talents of General [Anthony] Wayne and the abilities of the soldiers.
Download or read book Henry Knox to Winthrop Sargent Giving Orders Concerning the Protection of the North West Territory 23 July 1792 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1792 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Later copy. Gives orders to Sargent concerning the protection of the North-West Territory. Mentions directing General Anthony Wayne to provide an escort for the governor of Georgia. Noted as written at the War Department.
Download or read book Winthrop Sargent to Henry Knox Defending His Conduct 10 March 1792 written by Winthrop Sargent and published by . This book was released on 1792 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written from Fort Washington, in present-day Cincinnati, Ohio. Comments on and defends his ability to perform his duties under General [Arthur] St. Clair. Also touches on his abilities to use military forces to protect areas in the Northwest Territories. Declares that he has done everything in his power, and refers Knox to General [James] Wilkinson for further assistance.
Download or read book Winthrop Sargent to Henry Knox Thanking Him for His Good Wishes and Stating His Army Ambitions 30 January 1787 written by Winthrop Sargent and published by . This book was released on 1787 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Thanks him for his letters. Never doubted Knox's good wishes toward him, or his desire to promote Sargent's military achievements. Is acutely aware of Knox's responsibilities and does not want to put him in an embarrassing position because of his desire to attain an appointment. Though he wanted the Captaincy of Artillery, he even moreso wanted Knox's high esteem, both during military service and in civilian life. Writes, Consider [...] how severely I must have been wounded by [William] North & [Elnathan] Haskell- who were both my Junior Officers during [an] the war & who have Majorities in the Legion. In response to Knox's offer of the position of Inspector of Troops, he thinks himself inadequate for the position. Encloses paper (not present) describing General [Benjamin] Lincoln's expedition. Sargent would have liked to join the expedition, and Lincoln and Governor James Bowdoin wanted him to go, but he did not believe there was an appropriate position available to him. Writes, General Lincoln offerd indeed to make me his Adjutant Genl but I was sure I could not discharge the duty, to my own Satisfaction. Finally, discusses the status of the Massachusetts insurgents. See GLC02437.03413 for a related document.
Download or read book Henry Knox to Winthrop Sargent about Major General St Clair s Move to Fort Pitt and the Coming Expedition 24 March 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: Informs Sargent that Major General St. Clair has left Philadelphia for Fort Pitt. McClure will inform Sargent fully of the arrangements for the campaign and probably request that you would assist him. Notes the operations suggested will likely lead to peace but if not they must be made so.
Download or read book Winthrop Sargent to Henry Knox about a Soldier Questioning George Washington s Intelligence 1 August 1794 written by Winthrop Sargent and published by . This book was released on 1794 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reports on the conduct of a [soldier] named Parson Jones. Comments he believes Jones was a man of sedition both here and in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Believes if Knox personally admonishes Jones it would correct him. Notes he heard Jones speaking in mixed company at a tavern about the president's (George Washington) intelligence. Expresses his concern over the effect Jones's opinions may have over the public mind.
Download or read book Henry Knox to Winthrop Sargent about Affairs in the North West Territory New York and France 23 July 1792 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1792 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: States that he is mortified that Sargent declined the office of Adjutant and Inspector General. He does not know who will be appointed. Discusses Arthur St. Clair, the governor of the Northwest territory. Writes, When I last saw the governor, he seemed undecided whether he should return until the fall - but I hope he will as his stay here will excite disa[illegible] sensations in the minds of some people. Also talks about officers who lost their horses in action at the Battle of Wabash (St. Claire's defeat, 4 November 1791) and have not been compensated yet. The last page is a later copy of the original. On this copied page, Knox discusses some pay and promotion issues, the situation in France, and the New York state governor's election. You will see by the paper that the devil is to pay in France. No subordination - all confusion. It is to be hoped, however, they will soon restore order. In New York they are all mad - part for Clinton - part for Jay - the ferment has run pretty high, but it is to be hoped is subsiding. Ends by stating that the Indian War is causing him much reproach and he would like to see it ended.
Download or read book Winthrop Sargent to Henry Knox about Joining the Army 30 December 1786 written by Winthrop Sargent and published by . This book was released on 1786 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Delivered to the governor a note that Knox wrote in his favor. Would like very much to be in the army, but if there is no possibility of that, will in good Earnest set about making my arrangements for evacuating altogether this Country in Favor of the Western World, while there are so many disposed to accompany me. Also mentions joining the Engineers to the Artillery Department. Believes he has some claims to an honorable Appointment. Relates that the Court in Springfield was prevented from doing business this week by 300 insurgents who took possession of the Court House and presented a petition demanding that the Court disperse and do no business during the term. The Court members complied because they had no protection at the time. Says Shays refuses to allow the court to meet at Worcester next month. Mentions that the Governor and also General [Benjamin] Lincoln are discussing marching troops very soon. Discusses perhaps joining Lincoln's force. Presents his compliments to Knox's family, as well as Knox's brother [William] and Miss Gorham (likely the daughter of Nathaniel Gorham).
Download or read book Henry Knox to Winthrop Sargent about Congressional Session and Indians 5 December 1794 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1794 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses Sargent's desire to be present at the next Congressional session, though the request was denied. Discusses the situation with the Indians in the Cincinnati region. States that the poor Indians I believe are irrecvocably doomed by Fate to be extirpated. Extensive water damage renders ink difficult to read. Watermarked. Letterpress copy.
Download or read book Winthrop Sargent to Henry Knox Regarding the Indian Threat in Ohio 2 January 1792 written by Winthrop Sargent and published by . This book was released on 1792 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written from Fort Washington, at present-day Cincinnati, Ohio. Asks Knox to attend to the accompanying letters, which outline confrontations between General [Arthur] St. Clair and Indians in the frontier, specifically in Kentucky. Wishes he had more information about the Indian towns. Would like information on how the government will protect the frontier region in during the upcoming season. Asks about the possibility of hiring some Chickasaw Indians to work within the army for upcoming campaigns.
Download or read book Winthrop Sargent to Henry Knox about the Constitution the Ohio Company and Knox s Health 3 February 1788 written by Winthrop Sargent and published by . This book was released on 1788 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Expresses his regret that Knox has rheumatism. Expects that Massachusetts will adopt the Constitution. Discusses several delegates who advocated its adoption. Mentions [John] Hancock's publication in the [Massachusetts] Centinel 2 February 1788, which according to Sargent stated that we should ratify &c. & propose certain Amendments... Asks if General [Arthur] St. Clair will hold a treaty with an unspecified tribe of Native Americans and discusses business of the Ohio Company. Free stamped on address leaf with no signature.
Download or read book Winthrop Sargent to Henry Knox Concerning Settlement in the Northwest Territory 7 December 1789 written by Winthrop Sargent and published by . This book was released on 1789 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Replies to Knox's letter from 9 November (GLC02437.04410). Notes that Knox is correct in his observation that Agriculture might afford me Satisfaction and profit... Adds that presently, he is living beyond his means. Writes that the governor has not yet arrived, likely referring to Arthur St. Clair, governor of the Northwest Territory. Reports that due to the death of General [Samuel] Parsons, John Symmes is the only judge left in the Northwest Territory. Hopes the vacancy caused by Parsons' death will be filled as soon as possible, and the territory can establish good & wholesome Laws. Writes, Of Indians we hear nothing - the last Intelligence which was in a Speech from the Delawares & Wyandottes to General Harmar, amounted only to Professions of Friendship...
Download or read book Winthrop Sargent to Henry Knox about Sargent s Military Appointment incomplete 17 May 1792 written by Winthrop Sargent and published by . This book was released on 1792 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Largely a copy of GLC02437.05466, with additional content where the other letter leaves off. However, the letter is still incomplete.
Download or read book Winthrop Sargent to Henry Knox on Military Experiments and Appointments 1 June 1792 written by Winthrop Sargent and published by . This book was released on 1792 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written from Fort Washington, present-day Cincinnati, Ohio. Mentions that he successfully completed some experiments Knox suggested he perform (on artillery). Discusses the upcoming appointment of a new Adjutant General, and the qualifications necessary for the candidate. Comments on the importance of assigning high military rank to soldiers in the Northwest Territories. Provides a variety of information on the military endeavors in the Ohio area. Refers to General [James] Wilkinson.
Download or read book Orders from Henry Knox to Winthrop Sargent 25 May 1776 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1776 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Orders Sargent to accompany Earl Stirling (also known as Lord Stirling, or William Alexander) to ports on the Hudson River and to report back on the artillery there. Sargent was a captain lieutenant in Knox's artillery regiment.
