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| Field name | Value |
|---|---|
| Collection Reference Number | GLC02437.06145 |
| From Archive Folder | The Henry Knox Papers [0123] July-September 1794 |
| Title | Joseph M. Yznardi to Henry Knox thanking Knox and gives political updates from Poland and Europe and mentions rumors of Knox's retirement |
| Date | 15 July 1794 |
| Author | Yznardi, Joseph M. (fl. 1794-1801) |
| Recipient | Knox, Henry |
| Document Type | Correspondence |
| Content Description | Thanks Knox for the many private and public favors he received while in America. Offers his assistance to Knox and his friends if he ever needs it. Also offers to provide any new or "interesting intelligence" from Poland. Updates Knox on political matters in Poland, including campaigns and insurrections. Mentions Bastia surrendered to Lord Hood, mostly due to lack of supplies. Notes there have been several French ships cruising in the Mediterranean, even with the British nearby. Comments the Spaniards were once again defeated in Catalonia. Mentions a rumor about Knox retiring. |
| Subjects | Global History and Civics American Statesmen Politics Rebellion Military History Government and Civics Military Supplies Surrender Navy France |
| People | Knox, Henry (1750-1806) Yznardi, Joseph M. (fl. 1794-1801) |
| Place written | Cadiz, Spain |
| Theme | Foreign Affairs; Naval & Maritime |
| Sub-collection | The Henry Knox Papers |
| Copyright | The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History |
| Module | Settlement, Commerce, Revolution and Reform: 1493-1859 |