Henry Knox to William Knox Discussing the War and Their Family, 23 May 1776 - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Henry Knox to William Knox Discussing the War and Their Family, 23 May 1776 write by Henry Knox. This book was released on 1776. Henry Knox to William Knox Discussing the War and Their Family, 23 May 1776 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Indicates that he received William's letter from his wife Lucy, who just arrived in New York with their newborn child. Anticipates New York as principal seat of war and worries about his family being in harms way. Mentions that George Washington has gone to meet with the Continental Congress in Philadelphia to discuss the current campaign. Welcomes the news that General Horatio Gates has been promoted to major general and been placed in charge of the defense of Boston. Mentions a heavy loss inflicted by a schooner from the West Indies two days earlier. Promises to write more frequently and councils William to move out of Boston should the British attempt to retake it.
Henry Knox to William Knox with Family News and Discusses the War and Politics, 20 July 1781
Henry Knox to William Knox with Family News and Discusses the War and Politics, 20 July 1781 - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Henry Knox to William Knox with Family News and Discusses the War and Politics, 20 July 1781 write by Henry Knox. This book was released on 1781. Henry Knox to William Knox with Family News and Discusses the War and Politics, 20 July 1781 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Thanks William for money he recently sent. Reports that Lucy Knox and their children have gone up the Hudson River on a visit. Discusses his hopes for an end to the Revolutionary War, writing I sincerely pray God that the War may be ended this campaign that public and private felicity may be again restored. Discusses British movement in the South, noting, Our affairs to the Southward have an agreeable aspect and convince us although the Enemy may establish posts, they cannot conquer the Country. Criticizes what he calls vile water-gruel governments which have taken place in most of the States... Praises Massachusetts, stating The same tone, sentiment, & exertion, pervading all the States would indisputably render this the last Campaign. Reports that the British recently sent ships up the Hudson River to sabotage Continental communication but were unsuccessful. Promises to write as often as possible, though the post follows a circuitous route. Written at Philipsburgh, New York (present-day Sleepy Hollow).
Henry Knox to William Knox about a Plot Against Washington and the Course of the War, 1 July 1776
Henry Knox to William Knox about a Plot Against Washington and the Course of the War, 1 July 1776 - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Henry Knox to William Knox about a Plot Against Washington and the Course of the War, 1 July 1776 write by Henry Knox. This book was released on 1776. Henry Knox to William Knox about a Plot Against Washington and the Course of the War, 1 July 1776 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Chastises William for not writing more. Discusses the recent Tory plot to either capture or assassinate George Washington and the subsequent hanging of a member of the General's Guard named John Rickey, a misidentification of Thomas Hickey, the only person hanged for the conspiracy. Discusses General William Howe's position at Sandy Hook with 130 ships and his ability to strike the city in about three hours. They are expecting an attack any time and Henry speculates that if Howe comes up like a man and brings his ships too before our Batteries, there must be the finest sight...that ever was seen. Discusses the Continental Army's preparedness, mentioning that he has 1200 men and that the inhospitable sentiment in New York has bolstered their determination. Reports that Lucy, General Greens lady [Catherine Green], and Mrs. Jonathan Pollard have gone to Fairfield, Connecticut. Discusses the invasion of Canada, indicating that the Continental Army has been forced back and hopes to make a stand at Fort Ticonderoga and Crown Point. Asks William to inform Captain Ebenezer Stevens wife that he loves her. Also asks him to show this letter to Mr. Jackson, possible Henry Jackson, and to tell him that he spoke with George Washington about ordering arms. Hopes to inform William of the campaign's commencement in his next letter. Offers salutations to friends and family in Boston from himself and Lucy Knox and reminds William to take care of the business there. Mentions that twenty two men and four officers were taken from a ship called the Greyhound. The expected attack did not occur until 12 July 1776.
Henry Knox to William Knox Discussing the Difficulties of War, 8 January 1777
Henry Knox to William Knox Discussing the Difficulties of War, 8 January 1777 - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Henry Knox to William Knox Discussing the Difficulties of War, 8 January 1777 write by Henry Knox. This book was released on 1777. Henry Knox to William Knox Discussing the Difficulties of War, 8 January 1777 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Explains that his letters may be short, but he still loves his brother. Feels God has favorably turned the tide of our affair. Knows that war is hard, and has prepared himself for losses either public or personal. Hopes to hear from William more often, though admits the mail is difficult. Thinks that Lucy should sell the horses if she winters in Boston. Dated 1776, but written 1777.
William Knox to Henry Knox about His War, 23 September 1776
William Knox to Henry Knox about His War, 23 September 1776 - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook William Knox to Henry Knox about His War, 23 September 1776 write by William Knox. This book was released on 1776. William Knox to Henry Knox about His War, 23 September 1776 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Congratulates his brother on his escape from New York. Notes that many in Boston are much pleas'd with the retreat. Tells the version of events in New York he has heard but eagerly awaits details from Henry. Notes hearing that Benedict Arnold returned safely to Fort Ticonderoga, after hearing earlier that he had lost his fleet. Discusses extending civilities to Doctor Samuel Stringer, who had done the same when William and Henry were in Albany and Fort George obtaining artillery pieces for the siege of Boston, on his visit to Boston. Mentions business and privateering activities.
