Knox, Henry (1750-1806) to James Wilkinson
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.05175 Author/Creator: Knox, Henry (1750-1806) Place Written: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Type: Autograph letter Date: 29 September 1791 Pagination: 4 p. : docket ; 31.7 x 20 cm. Order a Copy
Marked "Private." Besides receiving a copy of Wilkinson's report to Arthur St. Clair, he also received a private letter of 26 August. Says the volunteer expeditions under Wilkinson and [General Charles] Scott "reflect great honor on the commander and the corps." Hopes the matter of his staff officers has been settled. Has forwarded a copy of Wilkinson's letter to President Washington at Mount Vernon. Would like to offer a position in "a suitable agency" for Wilkinson to serve the public, but there are no appointments available at the moment. Adds that if events change, he will help Wilkinson. Relates that he is saddened by the death of his son Marcus, who was nine years old. Docket states, "Duplicate forwarded Oct 6th under cover to Maj: Genl. St. Clair - Fort Washington."
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