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| Field name | Value |
|---|---|
| Collection Reference Number | GLC02437.00333 |
| From Archive Folder | The Henry Knox Papers [0013] May-June 1776 |
| Title | Josiah Waters to Henry Knox providing news and commenting on the fortifications of New York |
| Date | 6 June 1776 |
| Author | Waters, Josiah (fl. 1776-1794) |
| Recipient | Knox, Henry |
| Document Type | Correspondence; Military document |
| Content Description | Writes the evening before sailing to York and responds to Knox's letter sent 3 June 1776. Inquires about the fortifications Knox was constructing to defend New York and again requests materials to learn about artillery works. Asks if Knox can send "outlines of any Capital fortress." Comments on Knox's artillery regiment, specifically a meeting with Major John Crane's company in Mendon, New York. Wishes he could serve with Knox but "must attend where called." |
| Subjects | Revolutionary War Military History Continental Army Artillery Fortification Travel |
| People | Waters, Josiah (fl. 1776-1794) Knox, Henry (1750-1806) |
| Place written | New London, Connecticut |
| 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 |
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