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| Field name | Value |
|---|---|
| Collection Reference Number | GLC02437.00515 |
| From Archive Folder | The Henry Knox Papers [0016] January-April 1777 |
| Title | Henry Knox to William Knox discussing the difficulties of war |
| Date | 8 January 1777 |
| Author | Knox, Henry (1750-1806) |
| Recipient | Knox, William |
| Document Type | Correspondence |
| Content Description | Explains that his letters may be short, but he still loves his brother. Feels God has favorably turned "the tide of our affair." Knows that war is hard, and has prepared himself for losses either "public or personal." Hopes to hear from William more often, though admits the mail is difficult. Thinks that Lucy should sell the horses if she winters in Boston. Dated 1776, but written 1777. |
| Subjects | Religion Revolutionary War Revolutionary War General Military History Children and Family Post Office Transportation Finance |
| People | Knox, Henry (1750-1806) Knox, William (1756-1795) |
| Place written | Morristown, New Jersey |
| Theme | The American Revolution; Religion |
| Sub-collection | The Henry Knox Papers |
| Copyright | The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History |
| Module | Settlement, Commerce, Revolution and Reform: 1493-1859 |
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