William Knox to Henry Knox Discussing Military, Business and Family News, 4 October 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 William Knox to Henry Knox Discussing Military, Business and Family News, 4 October 1781 write by William Knox. This book was released on 1781. William Knox to Henry Knox Discussing Military, Business and Family News, 4 October 1781 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Discusses news of the siege of Yorktown, mentioning the activities of the Marquis de La Fayette and naval engagements between French Admiral Compte de Grasse and British Admiral Thomas Graves. Reports that Congress has received indications of the capture of Lord Cornwallis, but faulty intelligence from the past has made them skeptical. Discusses his upcoming business trip to Europe and seeks his brother's approval. Explains his sale of stock to finance the trip and plans to travel by French frigate. Explains his plans in case ships with cargo he owns arrive in Boston after his departure. Comments on the dearth of letters from Lucy to him and others in Boston. Mentions news of family and friends. Reports that local merchants are going to give a dinner for the Marquis de Gergerous.
William Knox to Henry Knox of News about the War, 18 October 1781
William Knox to Henry Knox of News about the War, 18 October 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 William Knox to Henry Knox of News about the War, 18 October 1781 write by William Knox. This book was released on 1781. William Knox to Henry Knox of News about the War, 18 October 1781 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Has not heard from his brother in almost six weeks. News of the operation against Yorktown from General George Washington included the destruction of three of Lord Cornwallis redoubts and a formal demand for surrender, along with Cornwallis' rejection of it. Speculates that defeating Cornwallis will not be easy for the Allied Army, but Fall he must. Rumors of unsuccessful British activity against General Nathanael Greene near Charleston. Offers high praise for Greene as a potential successor for Washington. Mentions the deaths of 300 soldiers and officers among Colonel William Washington's cavalry. Also mentions the success of General John Stark at Skenesboro. Discusses his plans to travel to Europe on business on a French frigate. Joshua Loring will take over his bookstore. Mentions selling some books and making other preparations for departure.
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 Discussing the Forthcoming Siege of Yorktown and Family Matters, 4 September 1781
Henry Knox to William Knox Discussing the Forthcoming Siege of Yorktown and Family Matters, 4 September 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 Discussing the Forthcoming Siege of Yorktown and Family Matters, 4 September 1781 write by Henry Knox. This book was released on 1781. Henry Knox to William Knox Discussing the Forthcoming Siege of Yorktown and Family Matters, 4 September 1781 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Tells his brother that an object is now developed and known to be Lord Cornwallis, and alludes to the forthcoming siege of Yorktown: our measures are such that if the respective parts harmonize, we hope to do something handsome... The military maneuver will disrupt General Knox's family life because he has to leave for Virginia. Discusses a personal financial issue.
Henry Knox to William Knox Regarding Business Matters, Military Affairs and Their Family, 3 June 1776
Henry Knox to William Knox Regarding Business Matters, Military Affairs and Their Family, 3 June 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 Regarding Business Matters, Military Affairs and Their Family, 3 June 1776 write by Henry Knox. This book was released on 1776. Henry Knox to William Knox Regarding Business Matters, Military Affairs and Their Family, 3 June 1776 available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Says that he received William's account of plundered stock from British troops [the British had left many supplies in Boston when they evacuated in March 1776]. Discusses notes that must be paid that pertain to personal business. Asks William to send him money to buy a carriage, so that Lucy Knox can leave New York quickly if there is danger. Also asks him to send uniform buttons mentioned in a previous letter (see GLC02437.00275). Wants William to keep him informed on what is done with the confiscated Tory estates. Requests a copy of Edes and Gill's Monday newspaper.
