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[Pen and ink drawing of General James Wilkinson]

Folk art sketched portrait of Wilkinson's head and shoulders in uniform. Written underneath, "Great Willkison (sic) command Our Arms, When Missippi (sic) rolls - Nor need we fear dread Wars Alarms, While he, Our flag staff holds!!!"

GLC04601.15

to Captain Camp

Requests supplies including "tents, Camp kettles, pans, axes & spades" for the New York militia's move to Maryland. Sent to Captain Camp at the department of the quartermaster general.

GLC02498.19

to William Stedman

William Ellery writes that he received his last letter and had hoped Stedman would provide some political news but since Stedman is apathetic about politics, Ellery must read the newspapers. He asks who originated the suspension on Habeas Corpus and...

GLC00298

Postcard of James Wilkinson

One blank postcard of James Wilkinson dated circa 1990. Bust portrait of Wilkinson based on a painting by Charles Willson Peale.

GLC08878.0884

Engraving of James Wilkinson

One engraving of James Wilkinson dated circa 1830. Bust portrait of Wilkinson based on a painting by Charles Willson Peale.

GLC08878.0885

Engraving of James Wilkinson

One engraving of James Wilkinson dated circa 1830. Profile portrait of Wilkinson.

GLC08878.0886

to Fulwar Skipwith

Discusses the Spanish threat and the disastrous northern campaign in the War of 1812. Also comments on generals James Wilkinson and Wade Hampton in the aftermath of their failed attempt to attack Montreal. Notes that congress has approved an...

GLC07341

to Jedediah Smith

Informs his brother in Massachusetts that their brother Philetus has died of an inflammatory illness. Comments on family members and his finances. Says he has withdrawn from public life for he is tired of the ignorance of both Democrats and...

GLC04601.03

to William Knox

Has received news that a fleet has blocked the port of Boston. Notes that Admiral Parker (possibly Sir Hyde Parker) has arrived at "the Hook" with several ships ("the Hook" may refer to Sandy Hook, New Jersey, or another point in New Jersey near New...

GLC02437.00725

[Information pertaining to commissaries and military clothiers]

Appears to be collected information about clothiers and commissaries. Mentions James Wilkinson, Clothier General at Philadelphia in 1779 and Otis and Henley, clothiers in Boston. Notes, "About this time- shoes were provided for the army by...

GLC02437.00793

Maryland

One engraving entitled "Maryland" circa 1861-1877. Portraits of prominent Revolutionary War figures from Maryland including, J. Eager Howard, Mordecai Gist, William Smallwood, Otho H. Williams, and James Wilkinson. Engraved by J. Rogers.

GLC08878.0102

to James Wilkinson

Attempts to bring about a resolution of a conflict between Wilkinson and General Wayne. States "[i]ndeed, the circumstances of the difference of opinion and coolness between you and General Wayne causes great pain both to the heart of the President...

GLC02437.10308

to James Wilkinson

Marked private. Thanks General Wilkinson for his letters and states that he is "persuaded that your good sense as well as inclination will lead you to unite cordially with general Wayne, and to promote a spirit of harmony throughout the several corps...

GLC02437.10267

to James Wilkinson

Marked "Private." Besides receiving a copy of Wilkinson's report to Arthur St. Clair, he also received a private letter of 26 August. Says the volunteer expeditions under Wilkinson and [General Charles] Scott "reflect great honor on the commander...

GLC02437.05175

to Henry Knox

Written from Fort Washington, near present-day Cincinnati, Ohio. Writes to Knox about a disagreement between Major Hodgson and Major Zeigler. Offered to mediate their disagreement, but was denied. Asks Knox to step in, as the Majors are...

GLC02437.05298

to Henry Knox

Written from Fort Washington, present-day Cincinnati, Ohio. Marked "Private, Personal & Confidential." Tells Knox that "a most lawless outrage was committed by a party of the soldiers on the person of a civil magistrate in the village of Cincinnati...

GLC02437.05321

to James Wilkinson

Marked copy; titled "Copy of a letter from Major Zeigler to Lt. Col. Commandt. Wilkinson." Written from Fort Washington, present-day Cincinnati, Ohio. Comments on the job the Quartermaster has performed, and justifies his own conduct when working...

GLC02437.05341

to David Zeigler

Marked copy; titled "Copy of a letter from Lt. Col. Commandt. Wilkinson to Major Zeigler." Written from Fort Washington, present-day Cincinnati, Ohio. Writes, "I yesterday received Advice from the Secretary of War, which Obliges me to retract the...

GLC02437.05340

to Henry Knox

Written from Fort Washington, in present-day Cincinnati, Ohio. Comments on and defends his ability to perform his duties under General [Arthur] St. Clair. Also touches on his abilities to use military forces to protect areas in the Northwest...

GLC02437.05344

to James Wilkinson

Marked copy; titled "Copy of Major Zeigler's letter to Lt. Col. Commandant. Wilkinson." Written from Fort Washington, present-day Cincinnati, Ohio. Refers him to earlier letters Zeigler wrote to Wilkinson and to Henry Knox, which outline his...

GLC02437.05346

to James Wilkinson

Written from Fort Washington, present-day Cincinnati, Ohio. Writes that he went to Kentucky to "pay off the militia of that district who served in General [Arthur] St. Clair's expedition against the Indians in 1791," as he was instructed to do....

GLC02437.05349

to Samuel Hodgdon

Discusses an upcoming trial or court martial in a matter involving Hodgdon's. Believes the Committee's finding were prejudiced. Provides Hodgdon with instructions on how to defend himself.

GLC02437.05460

to Henry Knox

Written from Fort Washington, present-day Cincinnati, Ohio. Mentions that he successfully completed some experiments Knox suggested he perform (on artillery). Discusses the upcoming appointment of a new Adjutant General, and the qualifications...

GLC02437.05486

to Henry Knox

Forwards a keg of "Ohio Water Fish" to Knox that has been "soaked well for twenty Hours, they will not be unpalatable - " Also informs Knox that he replied to his earlier letter. Noted as written at Fort Washington, which was in Cincinnati, Ohio.

GLC02437.05684

to Winthrop Sargent

Later copy. Writes that he wrote to General [James] Wilkinson on 3 April to ask about powder and the proofing of artillery at Fort Washington. Has apparently not received a reply. Stresses the importance of these tests because there has been some...

GLC02437.05459