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| Field name | Value |
|---|---|
| Collection Reference Number | GLC02437.01150 |
| From Archive Folder | The Henry Knox Papers [0032] August 1781 |
| Title | Henry Knox to Sebastian Bauman giving military orders |
| Date | 21 August 1781 |
| Author | Knox, Henry (1750-1806) |
| Recipient | Bauman, Sebastian |
| Document Type | Military document |
| Content Description | Written by Brigadier General Knox to Major Bauman of the 2nd Regiment of Artillery. Orders Bauman to take command of the companies of artillery when he reaches "this place." Tells him to march his units through Smith's Clove(?), Ringwood, & Curtis's Tavern on Pompton Plains and that he will then receive further directions. Wants him to start his marches early in the morning and that he needs to reach Curtis's Tavern by the day after tomorrow. Seems to be ordering him to impress any teams of animals he needs along the way, but if there are any magistrates around, to do it through them (the handwriting is rather messy toward the end of this document). Closes with "I wish you a good march." |
| Subjects | Military History Artillery Battle (Siege, Surrender) of Yorktown Continental Army Travel Wartime Pillaging and Destruction Transportation Law Revolutionary War Revolutionary War General |
| People | Bauman, Sebastian (1739-1803) Knox, Henry (1750-1806) |
| Theme | 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 |