Knox, William (1756-1795) to Henry Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.05809 Author/Creator: Knox, William (1756-1795) Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 10 February 1793 Pagination: 3 p. ; 23 x 19 cm. Order a Copy
Reports that there are so many people in the market for a house that a place will not remain unrented for more than a day. Believes if one opens up it will be gone by the time Henry would forward the necessary instructions. Forwards a letter from Mr. Brett from Britain. Brett mentioned that "great apprehensions were entertained of disturbances in England." Reports that a large fleet has been ordered to be in readiness. Says the garrison at Frankfurt on Main has been taken by the combined forces of Prussia and Germany. The King of Prussia was present at the battle, which proves he has not made a separate peace as was reported. Says the English stocks have fallen in London, while the American ones have risen. Reports that Colonel William Smith and his family has arrived by the latest packet. Gives Henry other financial news. Asks for information on William Bingham's proceedings.
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