Download or read book Note from George Washington to Henry Knox Forwarding a Letter Relating to the Society of the Cincinnati 1 January 1791 written by George Washington and published by . This book was released on 1791 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Later copy of a letter from Washington to Knox, which transmitted a letter from the President of the Society of the Cincinnati of South Carolina (possibly William Moultrie). Relates that the enclosed letter pertains to a resolution of the Society. At the bottom of the page, indicates that Knox is Secretary General to the Society. Copy made 6 March 1854. The original of this letter is GLC02437.09422.

Download or read book George Washington to Henry Knox Asking Knox s Advice Regarding the Society of the Cincinnati 1 June 1786 written by George Washington and published by . This book was released on 1786 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Transmits a letter (not included) and asks Knox's advice regarding the Society of the Cincinnati. Notes that all papers of the Society are in the care of the Society's Secretary General, thus he cannot answer Mr. Jefferson's questions (possibly Thomas Jefferson, who was critical of the Society). Notes that some Society members obtained badges from Major [Pierre Charles] L'Enfant's Agency. Criticizes the badges L'Enfant created, noting that L'Enfant overcharged for the badges and misused the money he received. Has not seen L'Enfant since a Society meeting in 1784.

Download or read book George Washington to Henry Knox on the Society of the Cincinnati 27 April 1787 written by George Washington and published by . This book was released on 1787 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Later copy of a letter from Washington to Knox, discussing the Society of the Cincinnati, and the light in which it is viewed in France. Copy made 3 February 1854.

Download or read book Note from George Washington to Henry Knox Forwarding the Draft of a Letter 25 February 1792 written by George Washington and published by . This book was released on 1792 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Later copy of a letter in which he informs Knox that he has sent him the draft of a letter to Captain Brandt, allowing him to let stand any corrections he may chose to make. Along left margin, Recd from Lt. Henry Knox Thatcher Aug 9 1855 by mail.

Download or read book Note from Henry Knox to George Washington Forwarding a Letter from General Pinckney 17 March 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: Writes, Mr Izard has just put the enclosed letter from Genl Pinckney into my hands what with pleasure I communicate to you.

Download or read book Portion of a Letter from Henry Knox to George Washington on the Subject of Troop Placements the Society of the Cincinnati and Indian Affairs 22 November 1785 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1785 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Later copy. Duplicate of a portion of GLC02437.03220, a letter by Knox. Discusses the troops at Forts Pitt and McIntosh, as well as treaty negotiations with the Indians. Calculations in blue pencil on verso.

Download or read book George Washington to Henry Knox on Rations the Society of the Cincinnati and Public Duty 20 February 1784 written by George Washington and published by . This book was released on 1784 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Later copy of a letter to Knox discussing extra rations at West Point, a meeting of the Society of the Cincinnati and his adjustment to no longer being in public duty. Copy made 2 February 1854.

Download or read book Henry Knox to George Washington about Society of Cincinnati the Constitution State Politics and His Family 21 December 1788 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1788 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Knox's retained draft, riddled with struck text and insertions. Acknowledges receipt of applications Washington sent for admission into the Society of the Cincinnati. Comments on the Constitution at great length: In the states of New Hampshire, Massachusetts and Connecticut, the great object of organizing the new Constitution has engrossed the attention of the people. Notes that Rhode Island's paper money system and tender laws are sufficiently characteristick of their pursuits. Refers to the Constitution, the new government, and Federalism in Rhode Island, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, New York, Virginia and New Jersey. Declares, Mr. John Adams will probably have the plurality of views for vice President- from his principles of government as well his professions of regard to the character universally decided on for the President- he will probably be one of the best characters for the office of vice president. Notes that his three youngest children have had the measles. In a post script, reports that Major Haskell, who is on his way to Europe, hopes to obtain a certificate of service from Washington.

Download or read book Collection of Membership Certificates in The Society of the Cincinnati Signed by George Washington and Henry Knox written by Society of the Cincinnati and published by . This book was released on 1783 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Henry Knox to George Washington on the Subject of Troop Placements the Society of the Cincinnati and Indian Affairs 22 November 1785 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1785 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Writes to Washington on a variety of subjects. Mentions that he had hoped to visit him at Mount Vernon, but now does not think that is possible. Discusses placement of six companies on the Ohio River, by Forts McIntosh and Pitt; declares that they will have to post them there for the winter. Comments on the negotiations with Indian tribes and the treaties they are trying to create. Also discusses the New York chapter of the Society, referring to the Society of the Cincinnati. Reports that he and his wife send their love to Mrs. Washington.

Download or read book Henry Knox to George Washington Communicating the Military Movements 3 January 1784 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1784 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Major General Knox reports that he withdrew from New York on or around 18 December 1783, according to the wishes of Governor George Clinton. Informs Washington he has discharged all troops except those who he lists in an enclosed return (not included). Asks Washington to keep this letter private. Reports on the state of officers, discussing their lack of pay or ability to obtain provisions at their time of discharge. Expects to hear from Washington regarding the May 1784 meeting of the general Society, possibly referring to the Society of the Cincinnati. Discusses the pay and emoluments of a Major General. Plans to soon depart for Boston. Signed in the left margin of the last page. Knox's retained draft.

Download or read book George Washington to Henry Knox on Relations with Native Americans and the British 11 December 1787 written by George Washington and published by . This book was released on 1787 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Later copy of a letter from Washington to Knox, discussing America's relationship with the the Indians and British involvement in these affairs. Also discusses the Society of the Cincinnati and a construction project involving limestone. Copy made 9 August 1855.

Download or read book George Washington to Henry Knox Informing Knox that Washington Will be Late for a Series of Meetings 14 October 1791 written by George Washington and published by . This book was released on 1791 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Later copy of a letter from Washington to Knox, informing Knox that he will arrive later than he expected to or had hoped for in Philadelphia. States that his later than expected arrival means he will have very little time to prepare for his meetings with other officials. Asks Knox to be ready for his arrival. Copied from original 1 February 1854 according to note at top of first page.

Download or read book Henry Knox to Lafayette about Society of Cincinnati Nathanael Greene s Son in Paris George Washington as Possible President and American Politics 3 January 1789 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1789 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Has only received a short note from Lafayette (on recommendations for the Society of the Cincinnati), since last June. Believes it is due to the suspension of packets between France and America, as Count de Moustier, the French minister to America, has also not received letters. Says they heard that General Nathanael Greene's son was placed in a respectable academy near Paris. Hopes his conduct is good. Reports that Our Country is busy in making elections for the new Government - what is to take place the 1st of March. The people at large are becoming more and more strongly attached to it. Says New York and Virginia want a new convention before the new government meets, but that the majority do not want this to happen. Mentions that Our friend Genl Washington is looked up to as the only man for President - and it is said Mr. John Adams will probably be vice president. Hopes he can report on a government happily in operation without any commotion in his next letter. Reports that Catherine Greene has gone to Georgia. States he was on a several month visit to his proposed estate in Maine.

Download or read book William Jackson to Henry Knox Regarding a Diploma for the Society of the Cincinnati 12 August 1791 written by William Jackson and published by . This book was released on 1791 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Signed in text in the third person by President George Washington's secretary William Jackson. Says he is writing by the President's command to transmit a letter (see GLC02437.04963) addressed to the President from Behague, Governor of the French Windward Islands. Behague was soliciting a diploma for himself from the Society of the Cincinnati. The letter also asks for a diploma for Fressinaux. Reports that the President wants General Knox to make such answer to M. Behague's letter [if] he may think proper, and the circumstances the case will authorise.

Download or read book George Washington to Henry Knox Thanking Knox for His Public Service 30 December 1794 written by George Washington and published by . This book was released on 1794 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Later copy of a letter from Washington to Knox, thanking Knox for his valuable public service, as Knox is about to retire as Secretary of War. Copied from original 7 February 1854 according to note on first page.

Download or read book Henry Knox to the Society of the Cincinnati 2 November 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: A circular letter to the state societies requesting payment for the balance due to Major L'Enfant (for Society eagle medals). Spaces for an individual state's name are left blank.