Knox, Henry (1750-1806) to Francois Jean, marquis de Chastellux
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.03203 Author/Creator: Knox, Henry (1750-1806) Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter Date: 27 September 1785 Pagination: 3 p. : docket ; 33.2 x 19.9 cm. Order a Copy
Writes to Chastellux on a variety of topics. Explains the concept of the Society of the Cincinnati, assuring him that the Society is "harmless in its intention, and having only for its real object, the perpetuation of friendship, and recollection of past urgencies." Describes a past meeting, in Philadelphia, and declares that the Society will not meet again until 1797. Also discusses their political intelligence regarding England, and the prospects for trade and commerce with Europe after the war.
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