Portion of a Letter from George Washington to Henry Knox Expressing Fears Over the Loss of Independence, 16 July 1798 - 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 Portion of a Letter from George Washington to Henry Knox Expressing Fears Over the Loss of Independence, 16 July 1798 write by George Washington. This book was released on 1798. Portion of a Letter from George Washington to Henry Knox Expressing Fears Over the Loss of Independence, 16 July 1798 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Later copy of the final portion of a letter from Washington to Knox. This section discusses private matters related to the Secretary of War. Also worries about The loss of our independence or the Subjugation of our Government both of which are evidently struck at, by an intoxicated - ambitious - and domineering foe. Copy made 3 March 1854.
George Washington to Henry Knox on Military Matters [incomplete], 16 July 1798
George Washington to Henry Knox on Military Matters [incomplete], 16 July 1798 - 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 George Washington to Henry Knox on Military Matters [incomplete], 16 July 1798 write by George Washington. This book was released on 1798. George Washington to Henry Knox on Military Matters [incomplete], 16 July 1798 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Declares that it is in vain to look for ease & happiness in a world of trouble, noting that the call of his country has persuaded him to participate in public service (Washington accepted command of the army in 1798, but did not assume an active role). Indicates that he does not want to jeopardize his good reputation by a poor performance at his post. Indicates he placed Knox among the people on whom I wish to lean, with Alexander Hamilton and Charles Cotesworth Pinckney. Notes that Hamilton will be second in command of the new army. Commends Pinckney's character as an active, spirited intelligent officer, noting that Pinckney is a tactical expert. Expects that if the French invade American, they will do so south of Maryland. Comments that [the United States'] independence and government are struck at by an intoxicated, ambitious- and domineering foe. Notes that arrangements made with the Secretary of War, James McHenry, are on a separate piece of paper for Knox only to read (separate sheet not included) until President John Adams announces the appointments. In a post script, asks Knox to furnish McHenry with a list of field and staff officers he would recommend for appointment. Missing lower portions of first four pages.
George Washington to Henry Knox Expressing Fear Over Upheaval and Insurrection in the United States, 26 December 1786
George Washington to Henry Knox Expressing Fear Over Upheaval and Insurrection in the United States, 26 December 1786 - 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 George Washington to Henry Knox Expressing Fear Over Upheaval and Insurrection in the United States, 26 December 1786 write by George Washington. This book was released on 1786. George Washington to Henry Knox Expressing Fear Over Upheaval and Insurrection in the United States, 26 December 1786 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Later copy of a letter written by Washington to Knox, discussing the disorders which have arisen in these States. Discusses the various hardships and difficulties facing the young nation, and requests Knox's thoughts on the subject. Worries about possible upheavals or changes in numerous state governments. Believes the British are stirring up insurrection. Copy made 6 March 1854.
George Washington to Henry Knox Regarding Previous Letters and Papers, Approximately 1798
George Washington to Henry Knox Regarding Previous Letters and Papers, Approximately 1798 - 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 George Washington to Henry Knox Regarding Previous Letters and Papers, Approximately 1798 write by George Washington. This book was released on 1798. George Washington to Henry Knox Regarding Previous Letters and Papers, Approximately 1798 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Refers to a letter and other papers of a Mr. Anderson. Provides an enclosure for Mr. Cameron. Instructs Knox to return the enclosure to Washington.
Henry Knox to George Washington Reporting on the Response to General Washington's Farewell Address to the Army, 12 November 1783
Henry Knox to George Washington Reporting on the Response to General Washington's Farewell Address to the Army, 12 November 1783 - 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 George Washington Reporting on the Response to General Washington's Farewell Address to the Army, 12 November 1783 write by Henry Knox. This book was released on 1783. Henry Knox to George Washington Reporting on the Response to General Washington's Farewell Address to the Army, 12 November 1783 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Draft of an address from the officers of the part of the Army remaining on the banks of the Hudson in response to hearing General Washington's farewell address to the army. Expresses both joy and grief at his leaving- joy at the end of a long dubious and important conflict, and we deeply lament the separation from our beloved...General- A General under whose auspices the Army have been led to glory and victory and America to Freedom and Independence. Goes on to praise the American people and Washington. States that they anticipate all the happy consequences of a wise and just Government. Location inferred from content. Date from docket. Watermarked with two crests. Draft version of GLC02437.10199. See GLC02437.02772 for a draft or retained copy of the cover letter that accompanied the final version of this address.
