Knox, Henry (1750-1806) to George Washington
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.01617 Author/Creator: Knox, Henry (1750-1806) Place Written: West Point, New York Type: Manuscript letter Date: 16 September 1782 Pagination: 1 p. : docket ; 20.2 x 17.8 cm. Order a Copy
Written and initialed for Knox in the hand of Samuel Shaw, Knox's aide-de-camp. Writes, "Capt. [Thomas] Machin is desirous of going to Philadelphia for a few days, to transact some business relative to the recruiting service for this State. If his absence for a short time will not interfere with his trial and your Excellency has no objection, I would recommend him for the indulgence requested."
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