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| Field name | Value |
|---|---|
| Collection Reference Number | GLC02437.00366 |
| From Archive Folder | The Henry Knox Papers [0014] July-August 1776 |
| Title | Paper calling for "a well regulated and numerous body of artillery" |
| Date | 9 July 1776 |
| Author | Knox, Henry (1750-1806) |
| Document Type | Military document |
| Content Description | Explains that the war is in its infancy and its success will require "a well regulated and numerous body of artillery." Argues that the present force is insufficient and that the current system of temporarily drafting men into the artillery leaves the Continental Army vulnerable. Outlines a plan for creating new companies. |
| Subjects | Revolutionary War Revolutionary War General Military History Continental Army Artillery Recruitment |
| People | Knox, Henry (1750-1806) |
| Place written | New York, New York |
| 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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