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| Field name | Value |
|---|---|
| Collection Reference Number | GLC02437.03217 |
| From Archive Folder | The Henry Knox Papers [0076] September-December 1785 |
| Title | Joseph Savage to Henry Knox concerning the employment being sought by the former |
| Date | 16 November 1785 |
| Author | Savage, Joseph (1756-1814) |
| Recipient | Knox, Henry |
| Document Type | Correspondence |
| Content Description | Written from Weston, likely in Massachusetts, near Boston. Thanks Knox for his kind letters. Reports that "Unfortunately for me all the wishes and exertions of my friends in my behalf have proved abortive. Maj.r Perkins has that appointment." Asks that if any post opens up that Knox thinks he "can fill with reputation to myself and benefit to the public," that he remembers him for it. See GLC02437.03215 for a letter on the same topic. |
| Subjects | Letter of Introduction or Recommendation Office Seeker Military History Revolutionary War General |
| People | Savage, Joseph (1756-1814) Knox, Henry (1750-1806) |
| Theme | The American Revolution; Government & Politics |
| Sub-collection | The Henry Knox Papers |
| Additional Information | May be referring to Major William Perkins, who, in November 1785, was appointed to Lieutenant Colonel with command of the Castle in Boston Harbor. |
| Copyright | The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History |
| Module | Settlement, Commerce, Revolution and Reform: 1493-1859 |
| Related documents | Letter from David Mason to Henry Knox concerning Mason's inability to find employment |