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Knox, Henry (1750-1806) to Marinus Willett

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.05420 Author/Creator: Knox, Henry (1750-1806) Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter Date: 18 April 1792 Pagination: 6 p. : docket ; 32 x 20.5 cm. Order a Copy

Writes that he regrets Willett's decision not to accept an appointment as Brigadier General. Mentions that the President has read Willett's letter regarding his negative views on the Indian War. Seems to comment on many of the points Willett made in his letter (not present). Largely illegible, but contains key information on Knox's beliefs about the Indian War.

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
Willett, Marinus, 1740-1830
Washington, George, 1732-1799

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