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Williams, Jonathan (1750-1815) to Henry Knox

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.07171 Author/Creator: Williams, Jonathan (1750-1815) Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 11 September 1798 Pagination: 3 p. : address : docket ; 22.6 x 18.5 cm. Order a Copy

Expresses his wish to better serve his country as he feels his current position in the military does not allow him to do so. Asks for Knox's advice before he attempts to try for a higher position.

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
Williams, Jonathan, 1750-1815

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