Knox, Henry, 1750-1806 to Lucy Knox

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GLC#
GLC02437.00479-View header record
Type
Letters
Date
1 November 1776
Author/Creator
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
Title
to Lucy Knox
Place Written
White Plains, New York
Pagination
1 p. : address : docket Height: 31.1 cm, Width: 18.2 cm
Primary time period
American Revolution, 1763-1783
Sub-Era
The War for Independence

Mentions problems with the post. Discusses the Battle of White Plains. Notes his belief that the British are planning to attempt a decisive attack. Thinks she should spend the winter in Boston and if she agrees he will send William Knox to escort her.

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