Henry Knox To George Washington Regarding An Extra Allowance From The Public As Head Of The Ordnance 1 October 1783 PDF Download
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Download Henry Knox to George Washington Regarding an Extra Allowance from the Public as Head of the Ordnance, 1 October 1783 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Thanks Washington for writing to General Benjamin Lincoln, Secretary of War, on his behalf, requesting an extra allowance from the public as head of the ordnance and during the time I have been in the command of these posts. Refers to a journey taken by Major Samuel Shaw to gain information and if possible a favorable resolve from Congress, apparently on his own and on Knox's behalf. Writes, I hope it cannot be thought an unreasonable solicitation, to be placed upon the same footing with my predecessors, as an equal... Notes that Generals [Alexander] McDougall, [William] Heath, and [John] Paterson have obtained additional compensation through application to Congress. Requests that Washington provide Shaw with a certificate of his services, noting a certificate under your Excellencys hand might be of the greatest utility to him. Lucy Knox sends her regards to Martha Washington. Knox's retained draft.
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Download George Washington to Benjamin Lincoln Regarding Extra Allowances for Henry Knox, 6 June 1783 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Written from military Headquarters in New York. Washington, Commander in Chief of Continental forces, writes to Lincoln, Secretary at War. Discusses extra allowances requested by General Henry Knox, declaring the allowances perfectly reasonable and well founded. Attests that Knox's position as commander at West Point (1782-1783) required extra expenses (in 1782, Knox entertained many French officers in the area). Written in the hand of Samuel Shaw, Knox's aide. Docket indicates this letter is a copy.
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Download Henry Knox to George Washington Requesting Information Regarding an Officers' Petition to Congress in which Officers Would be Granted Lands in Place of Their Back Pay, 17 September 1783 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Knox, Commander at West Point, writes, I cannot refrain from communicating the joy I feel, and the pleasure manifested by the officers in general, upon the noble testimony of gratitude exhibited by Congress in their resolve concerning the equestrian statue... Requests information regarding an officers' petition to Congress in which officers would be granted lands in place of their back pay. Assures Washington, Were the prayer of the petition to be granted, the officers in a very few years would make the swift settlement on the frontiers, and form a strong barrier against the barbarians... Suggests the creation of the office of master general of ordnance, noting that the current Minister of War (Benjamin Lincoln, Secretary at War) does not predict the appointment of a successor to his post. Asserts that the master general of ordnance would ...reside near Congress to execute such orders as they should think proper for the dignity or security of the republick. Expresses his wish for Washington to keep this letter in confidence. Notes that if he were appointed as master general of ordnance, he would give the post his zealous assistance. His wife Lucy sends her respectful regards to Martha Washington. Knox's retained draft.
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Download Henry Knox to George Washington Discussing the Earnings of Commissioned and Noncommissioned Officers, 16 April 1783 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Discusses the earnings of commissioned officers and the feelings of uneasiness among noncommissioned officers due to unequal payment. Suggests discharging noncommissioned officers as soon as possible under the pretext that it is being done so that they can attend to their farms in the present season... Retained copy.
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Download Henry Knox to George Washington Informing Washington that He Will Procure Wood for the Garrison at West Point, 15 October 1783 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Informs General George Washington that he shall set to work to procure...wood for the Garrison who will probably return here During the winter. Suggests someone whose term of service will soon expire to be in charge of receiving the discharges. Estimates more than five hundred such men on the returns, but states that they are unlikely to get more than three hundred and fifty working men. They have found a place where the wood may be easily attained. The men will bring it to the foot of the mountain, and from thence it will be transported by teams if they can be procured. Goes on to discuss discharges and promotions. Encloses returns of the troops and clothing. States that the men need clothing as they only have uniforms and other clothing from last spring. Watermarked with three fleur-de-lis in a crest and a crown over lettering. Knox's retained draft.
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Download Henry Knox to George Washington Informing Him of the Sending of Weekly Returns, 22 October 1783 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Informs General Washington that he is sending the weekly returns with other information to him (not included). Knox's retained draft.
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Download Henry Knox to George Washington Informing Washington that Expenses of His Charge at West Point Exceeded His Expectations, 29 September 1783 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Knox, Commander at West Point, informs Washington (and Congress) that expenses of his charge at West Point exceeded his expectations, and he has used a considerable amount of his personal money to maintain the post. Hopes to be granted the same compensation as preceding commanders at West Point. Asks that Washington present his request before Congress. Knox's retained draft.
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Download Samuel Shaw to Henry Knox, Discussing Ordnance Allowance at West Point, Location of Congress' Permanent Residence and Benjamin Lincoln's Resignation as Secretary of War, Recommending Knox as Successor, 11 October 1783 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Discusses the issue of ordnance allowance at West Point, which General George Washington supports, but does not think advisable to proceed without talking it over with the Secretary of War, General Benjamin Lincoln. Mentions the decision to have Congress' permanent residence be on the Delaware, about two miles below Trenton. The temporary residence is to be fixed on this day, which is expected to be either at Annapolis or Wilmington. Informs Knox also, that Lincoln is resigning from his position as Secretary of War and recommended Knox to be his successor.
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Download Henry Knox to George Washington Regarding a Leave of Absence, 13 January 1783 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Knox requests Washington to grant a 12-14 day leave of absence to Lieutenant Colonel Johnson of Colonel Swift's regiment. Notes that Johnson's family is in distress due to a shortage of grain.
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Download Henry Knox to Benjamin Walker Regarding a Request of Ordnance and Artillery, 4 February 1783 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Replies to a note from Major Walker regarding His Excellency [George Washington's] previous request for an estimate [of ordnance and artillery]. Will endeavor to fulfill the request by the latter part of the following day.
