Knox, Henry (1750-1806) to William Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.00768 Author/Creator: Knox, Henry (1750-1806) Place Written: New Jersey Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 4 June 1779 Pagination: 2 p. : address : docket ; 18.9 x 14 cm. Order a Copy
Reports that Continental troops are moving toward the British on the North (Hudson) River. Discusses William's upcoming voyage, a mercantile venture to Holland. Declares, "From the high Spirits of our troops, their discipline, and equipments, I think if we come into contact with the Enemy we shall at least do justice to ourselves and Country whatever may be the Event." Mentions Lucy Knox and their daughters (Lucy and Julia). Notes that the Winslow sisters have not yet left for Boston.
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N Jersey 4th June 1779
My dear Brother
We are now moving on toward the Enemy on the North River - Therefore I cannot at present answer your Letter of the 20th ultimo particularly - In General I think as you do with respect to your intended voyage - Secure the effects remaining - I think it wil be well worth the Expences of transportation to have them carried into the Country - From the [2] high spirits of our troops, their discipline, and equipments, I think if we come into contact with the Enemy we shall at least do justice to ourselves and Country whatever may be the Event - Mrs Knox and her babes are getting well - Miss Winslows do not go to Boston yet - and of Consequence not the Phaeton which is sold here -
I am my Dear Brother
Your Affectionate
HKnox.
[address leaf]
Mr William Knox
Boston
[docket]
B. Genl Knox
4th June 79 -
from
N. Jersey to
his bro. Wm.
speaking of the
high spirits of
the troops -
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