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to Henry Knox

Realizes that supplies are badly needed in many locations, but wishes to transport supplies as little as possible. Also mentions how well Knox has performed as superintendent of his division. Washington's signature has been clipped out of the...

GLC02437.09353

to Henry Knox

Transmits a requisition from New York for ammunition and says to send only what stock is deficient to Fort Schuyler. Written at "Head Quarters." At bottom, a note in the hand of Samuel Shaw reads, "Answered and the papers returned to the man who...

GLC02437.09354

to Henry Knox

Discusses the possible evacuation of New York and various issues regarding supplies. Requests an estimate of articles needed for Knox's department and asks Knox to attend to supplies needed by General Clinton and Captain Moodie. "I have only to...

GLC02437.09355

to Henry Knox

Does not yet know the route Colonel Lamb's regiment will take, and has ordered the sappers and miners to West Point. "I am so totally in the dark at this Time, respecting the scene of our operations for the ensuing Campaign, that I cannot at present...

GLC02437.09356

to Henry Knox

Requests Knox's opinion on the "proposed arrangement of the office of Field Commissary of Military Stores." Includes an extract from a letter by the Secretary of War at the end of his letter, which he wants Knox's opinion on. The extract is...

GLC02437.09357