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| Field name | Value |
|---|---|
| Collection Reference Number | GLC02437.04119 |
| From Archive Folder | The Henry Knox Papers [0087] January-February 1789 |
| Title | Edward Carrington to Henry Knox asking for advice about getting an appointment in the new government |
| Date | 18 February 1789 |
| Author | Carrington, Edward (1749-1810) |
| Recipient | Knox, Henry |
| Document Type | Correspondence |
| Content Description | Relies on their continued friendship to ask for Knox's advice. Recalls his duties in the war, and his attempt to be faithful and enthusiastic. Is now interested in seeking an appointment with the new government, and asks if Knox will recommend him to the President, with whom he is intimate. Declares that "if you knew me formerly, and thought I merited the public confidence, be assured you still know the same man, who will give you no cause to repent of your confidence in future." Would most like a position in Virginia, specifically the role of head of customs at the Port of Norfolk. Also asks Knox to discuss with a Mr. Burral [possibly Jonathan Burrall] some of his financial accounts. |
| Subjects | Revolutionary War General Friendship Office Seeker Letter of Introduction or Recommendation President Government and Civics Taxes or Taxation Overseas Trade Finance |
| People | Carrington, Edward (1749-1810) Knox, Henry (1750-1806) Washington, George (1732-1799) Burrall, Jonathan (1753-1834) |
| Place written | Richmond, Virginia |
| Theme | Merchants & Commerce; Government & Politics; The American Revolution |
| Sub-collection | The Henry Knox Papers |
| Copyright | The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History |
| Module | Settlement, Commerce, Revolution and Reform: 1493-1859 |
| Related documents | Henry Knox to Edward Carrington about the Virginia elections |