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| Field name | Value |
|---|---|
| Collection Reference Number | GLC02437.10264 |
| From Archive Folder | The Henry Knox Papers [0118] April-June 1793 |
| Title | Henry Knox to Mrs. Flucker about his illness and concerns about unrest in Europe |
| Date | 4 May 1793 |
| Author | Knox, Henry (1750-1806) |
| Document Type | Correspondence |
| Content Description | Writes to thank her for her concern during his illness and to let her know he is now recovered. Expresses concern about unrest in Europe. Hopes that the U.S. will remain "undisturbed notwithstanding the concussions of Europe," but states that "when firebrands arrows and death are flying abroad ther is no absolute security. Certain it is however that the executives are perfectly disposed to peace..." Also loans her money. Watermarked. Letterpress copy. |
| Subjects | Global History and Civics Foreign Affairs French Revolution Military History Children and Family Health and Medical Government and Civics Peace Finance Women's History France |
| People | Knox, Henry (1750-1806) |
| Place written | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
| Theme | Women in American History; Children & Family; Foreign Affairs |
| Sub-collection | The Henry Knox Papers |
| Additional Information | Mrs. Flucker was a relative of Lucy Knox. |
| Copyright | The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History |
| Module | Settlement, Commerce, Revolution and Reform: 1493-1859 |