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| Field name | Value |
|---|---|
| Collection Reference Number | GLC02437.04384 |
| From Archive Folder | The Henry Knox Papers [0091] September-October 1789 |
| Title | William Knox to Henry Knox providing an update on the War Department |
| Date | 9 October 1789 |
| Author | Knox, William (1756-1795) |
| Recipient | Knox, Henry |
| Document Type | Correspondence; Government document |
| Content Description | Since Henry Knox is returning to Boston soon, William states that "I shall be rather particular in stating to you the objects, which require your return as soon as possible, or for you to give such directions respecting them as can be done only by you." Goes on to discusses various issues in the War Department, such as an upcoming march by a Lieutenant [possibly John] Pratt and his company, the lack of clothing for troops, and financial business pertaining to General [Josiah] Harmar, Major [John Francis] Hamtramck, and troops in western Pennsylvania. Also touches on the financial arrangements of [William] Duer. |
| Subjects | Revolutionary War General Government and Civics Military History Military Supplies Military Uniforms Clothing and Accessories Finance Frontiers and Exploration Westward Expansion |
| People | Knox, William (1756-1795) Knox, Henry (1750-1806) |
| Place written | New York, New York |
| Theme | Government & Politics; Westward Expansion |
| Sub-collection | The Henry Knox Papers |
| Copyright | The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History |
| Module | Settlement, Commerce, Revolution and Reform: 1493-1859 |