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Knox, William (1756-1795) to Henry Knox

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.04028 Author/Creator: Knox, William (1756-1795) Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 9 November 1788 Pagination: 3 p. ; 32.5 x 20.5 cm. Order a Copy

Reports news of the War Office (William was managing affairs there in Henry's absence). Discusses Lieutenant John Pratt's planned march to Fort Pitt. Refers to [Samuel] Hodgdon's organization of wagons for transporting clothing. Admits that he granted Pratt another month's pay when Pratt pressured him; Pratt also obtained a month's pay to "four old soldiers" under his command. Notes that he has been housebound due to a recent illness (a cold accompanied by a swollen face), but he is able to work at home. Philip Audebert, War Office clerk, "attends constantly" at the War Office. Lists members of Congress who are in New York including James Madison. Comments on acquaintances, including Catharine Greene.

Knox, William, 1756-1795
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
Hodgdon, Samuel, 1745-1824
Pratt, John, 1753-1824
Harmar, Josiah, 1753-1813
St. Clair, Arthur, 1734-1818
Greene, Catharine Littlefield, 1755-1814
Stagg, John, Jr., 1758-1803
Audebert, Philip, fl. 1788-1796

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