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1818/12/24
Adams, John Quincy (1767-1848)
Fowarding his correspondence with Spain
Fowarding his correspondence with Spain: The purchase of Florida, Seminole war, Andrew Jackson and execution of Arbuthnot and Ambrister.
GLC07981
1698
Livingston, Robert
Memorandum about the frontiers
The document lists of a number of items related to the war with the French that must be look in to. The items of inquiry include what garrisons were at Albany when Coll. Fletcher arrived, how these garrisons were deserted, how many people resided in...
GLC03107.02034
8 February 1781
Billinger, Peter (fl. 1781)
[Petition to New York Governor George Clinton for help against Indian attacks]
Signed by fifteen inhabitants of German Flats and Kingsland during the American Revolution. Describes previous attacks, claiming that the "enemy have already burnt two hundred and twenty buildings" and "reduced from 450 to 139 capable of bearing...
GLC05541
13 October 1853
Moore, John (1826-1907)
to James Kelly
Moore, an army surgeon stationed in Florida during the third Seminole War against Billy Bowlegs, writes home to his brother-in-law about receiving mail, how easy his job is, and the character of physicians. Also discusses the infidelity of a man...
GLC04193.01
25 March 1838
Taylor, Zachary (1784-1850)
to Thomas S. Jesup
In a private letter, General Taylor writes to his superior, General Jesup, about plans for suppressing the Seminole Indians in the second Seminole War. Commends Jesup's plan to "forward the Indians & Negroes in question to Tampa" and then on to Fort...
GLC05284
4 April 1794
Washington, George (1732-1799)
to Henry Knox
Responds to a letter from Secretary of War Knox relating to the security of the Old Northwest. Comments on a speech by Lord Dorchester [Sir Guy Carleton], the commander in chief in British North America, and states his belief that the British intend...
GLC08076
19 July 1818
Clay, Henry (1777-1852)
to Joseph Gales
Discusses his "second speech on Internal Improvements," which Gales had copied down for him. Briefly comments on the activities at Pensacola during the first Seminole War, noting "that the Executive must feel embarrassed." Mentions expecting a good...
GLC04353.01
1697/05/03
Livingston, Robert (1654-1728)
Census of inhabitants of Albany
Complying with orders from Governor Benjamin Fletcher, Livingston compiled a census of "Christians and Indians" at Albany, comparing the numbers of 1689 with 1697 to account for the number killed or carried away since the beginning of the war.
GLC03107.00369
23 July 1792
Knox, Henry (1750-1806)
to Winthrop Sargent
Later copy. Gives orders to Sargent concerning the protection of the North West territory. Mentions directing General Anthony Wayne to provide an escort for the governor of Georgia. Noted as written at the War Department.
GLC02437.05553
12 August 1790
to Thomas Jefferson
Secretary of War Knox informs Secretary of State Jefferson that President Washington wants to ratify the treaty with the Creeks the following day at noon.
GLC02437.04688
11 August 1757
Leonard, Ephraim (b. 1730)
[Notice to Joseph Hall, "Captain of a military foot Company in the Town of Taunton"]
In accordance with an order from the Governor of Massachusetts, Colonel Leonard tells Hall to have his company armed and in a state of readiness to march to defend the frontiers of the province from the French and Indians encamped at Fort William...
GLC01450.199.01
01 April 1838
To: Persifor F. Smith
Plan of operations during 2nd Seminole War coordinating attacks with Indian allies. "...Genl. Jessup has a command in pursuit of Sam Jones who has fled towards that place and it is not impossible but that he may attempt to cross over to the West side...
GLC08017
12 September 1872
Norvell, J. T. (fl. 1872)
[Final statement and pay voucher for Abraham Hill, 10th Cavalry]
Signed by Norvell as Captain of the 10th Cavalry. Final statement of Abraham Hill, an African American private in Captain S. J. Norvell's company. States that Hill was enlisted 12 September 1867 in Wilmington, Delaware, to serve for five years....
GLC07334.01
1867/10/31
Sherman, William Tecumseh (1820-1891)
To: Major General E.O.C. Ord
Letter to Ord about conflicts past and present: "...I hope the worst is past...what with Indians, Negroes etc., etc., Ex Rebels we all seem doomed during one life time to constant war. Like the Eel, we must get used to it..." "Headquarters Military...
GLC08012.08
16-26 January 1792
[Statement]
First part includes a printed letter from George Washington asking the Secretary of War (Henry Knox) to publish a statement regarding the United States' attempts for the "re-establishment of peace and friendship" with the Indians. The second part is...
GLC02437.10589
22 April 1676
Rawson, Edward
[Order to the Major of Suffolk to send troops to help protect Concord and Medfield].
Written as Secretary of the Council of the Massachusetts Bay Colony (1650-1686) to the leader of the Massachusetts Milita in Dorchester (the Major of Suffolk) a few days after the 18 April 1676 attack on Sudbury during King Philip's War.
GLC04629
14 September 1812
Flournoy, Thomas (1775-1857)
to Lt. Col. Smith
General Flournoy expresses alarm and seeks information about Smith's situation near St. Mary's, Georgia. Indicates that he is ordering reinforcements for him. Flournoy was a lawyer before serving in the War of 1812, when he succeeded General James...
GLC02714
14 July 1862
to Philemon Ewing
Writes about his feud with the Secretary of War, Edwin M. Stanton. Informs that General Henry Halleck advised him not to reply to Stanton. Because of this, Sherman asks Ewing to keep this letter confidential, especially from the newspapers because...
GLC01224
August 6, 1861
Fremont, John Charles (1813-1890)
to Simon Cameron
Possibly written and signed by John's wife Jesse Benton Fremont. General Fremont, commander of the Western Department, writes to Cameron, Secretary of War. Fremont writes, "I am desirous of placing a force of three thousand men near the Southern...
GLC05032.01
22 September 1782
to George Washington
Written by Major General Knox to General Washington. Says he arrived at camp to find that 22 American women and children, formerly prisoners who had travelled from Canada, were seeking assistance. They travelled down from Vermont to Albany, New York...
GLC02437.01624
circa 1789-1794
Cash in the indian department
Lists amounts owed by several departments, including what the Secretary of the Treasury and Surveyor's department owes. Title taken from docket. Circa date is based on Knox's time as Secretary of War as well as the content of the letter.
GLC02437.08232
13 May 1862
West, Lewis H. (b. 1829)
to Weir
References his friend's letter of 3 April. References Farragut and Porter's running of the forts below New Orleans. Tells the story of a ship that snuck past him. Tells of other run-ins while on blockading duty. Relates a conversation he had with a...
GLC03836.35
circa 1881
Gibson, Ella E. (fl. 1881)
[Card depicting the 8th Wisconsin Infantry Regiment's bald eagle, "Old Abe"]
With the story of "Old Abe" on the verso. The live eagle reportedly was brought on all the regiment's marches during its first three years. Gibson gives the "true history": Abe was captured by an Indian in 1861 and presented to an officer. In 1864...
GLC03619.02.17
21 July 1794
Scott, Charles (1733-1813)
Copy of a letter from Major General Charles Scott to the Secretary of War, Henry Knox. Informs Knox the rear of his command passed the Ohio [River?] this morning. Requests Knox makes all the necessary arrangements prior to their arrival so they are...
GLC02437.06149
17 October 1787
Huntington, Samuel (1731-1796)
Discusses Connecticut's progress in raising troops for duty in the Northwest territory and the appointment of officers. Retained copy, as noted on docket. Written as governor of Connecticut to Knox as the Secretary of War.
GLC03729
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