1777

Nicolas, Lewis, 1717-1807

Autograph manuscript

Title: Some remarks on Mr. Ressons observations on the uncertainty in throwing shells & attempts to remedy the defects that occasion this uncertainty

Technical treatise on various aspects of shells, including the casting of shells using the mold of an iron pot, fuse cases, defects in mortars, the size of powder grains, and other details. A separate page, number nine, is a drawing illustrating shell molds with an explanation for the figures on page eight. Measurements for page nine: 21.1 x 16.4 cm. Docket in Samuel Shaw's hand.

GLC02437.00701

circa 1777-1778

Nicolas, Lewis, 1717-1807

Autograph manuscript

Title: [Discussion of small cannon]

Discusses the observations of Maurice de Saxe on small cannon in his book Mes Réveries. Page two offers descriptions of figures sketched on page five, which are accomplished drawings of rifles and cannon mounts. On pages three and four, Nicola argues the advantages of the weapon he describes.

GLC02437.00703

circa 1777-1778

Nicolas, Lewis, 1717-1807

Autograph manuscript

Title: [Observations regarding the firing of artillery] [in French]

"Observations sur les causes qui derangement les portees des bombes, & sur les attentions qu'il faut avoir pour les tirer avec succes."

GLC02437.00705

27 May 1778

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to William Knox

Knox informs his brother that his wife and daughter, both named Lucy, arrived recently at Valley Forge. Notes that General [Benedict] Arnold accompanied Lucy from New Haven, Connecticut. Notes that his guests may not be able to enjoy their accommodations at camp for very much longer, "the Enemy being on the eve of evacuating Philadelphia." Asserts the British are expected to travel to New York before sailing to the West Indies. Questions why William has not written to him sooner, and discusses a debt handled by William in Boston. In closing, writes, "I shall write you a History of the…

GLC02437.00706

3 June 1778

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to William Knox

Discusses matters of business William is tending to in Boston, including a debt and a petition. Writes, "The Enemy have not yet evacuated Philadelphia but we are in hourly expectation of that event. The whole army is under marching orders as soon as they leave the City." Expects the British to assemble their force at New York City. Reports that Lucy "and the baby" are both well, referring to his wife, and possibly to their two-year-old daughter, also named Lucy. Relates that he has seen "Harry," possibly Colonel Henry Jackson.

GLC02437.00708

10 June 1778

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to William Knox

Reports that British Commissioners William Eden, First Baron Auckland, Frederick Howard, Earl of Carlisle, and Governor George Johnstone are meeting in Philadelphia to discuss conciliation with America. Declares, "Any offers they may make but of Independence, or a total withdraw of their Armies & Navies will be fruitless- I believe they will not make these offers ... " Asks where the soldiers from Massachusetts are, noting that Massachusetts' quotas of men have not arrived at Valley Forge.

GLC02437.00709

June 16, 1778

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to William Knox

Knox writes his brother a brief message: "The Enemy are expected to evacuate Philadelphia tonight- the Two Lucy's are well" (referring to his wife and daughter, both named Lucy).

GLC02437.00710

1862/12/11

Neafie, Theodore F., fl. 1861-1877

Letter signed

Title: to: sister.

Details how he will attempt one last shot at a discharge, claiming that if he fails then he will desert. He also describes the "bitter cold" which he is experiencing in the field. Written in a camp near Fredericksburg.

GLC07164.39

1863/01/01

Neafie, Theodore F., fl. 1861-1877

Letter signed

Title: to: sister.

Describes his need of a proper wash, along with his lack of money which causes him to request that she send some more. Written in a camp near Falmouth.

GLC07164.40

1863/01/23

Neafie, Theodore F., fl. 1861-1877

Letter signed

Title: to: sister.

Describes conditions which led to the delay of his regiment's move from their present position, along with its contempt of General Burnside. He mentions the prevalence of desertions, along with news of a possible upcoming battle with the rebels. Written in a camp near Falmouth.

GLC07164.41

1863/01/28

Neafie, Theodore F., fl. 1861-1877

Letter signed

Title: to: sister.

He sends thanks for his sister forwarding the four dollars to him, and requests news from home. He mentions how he is contemptuous of Captain Crist, along with his dislike of the bad rations. Written in a camp near Falmouth.

GLC07164.42

1863/02/11

Neafie, Theodore F., fl. 1861-1877

Letter signed

Title: to: Carrie.

Sends his beliefs of a possible defeat at Falmouth, and that the war will end in a Union victory. However, he believes that all the politicians involved are making bad decisions which have prolonged the war, which explains how he can write "Lincoln is of about the intellectual capacity of a 6 year old . . . his mind is not able to comprehend the simple game of checkers." Written in a camp near Falmouth.

GLC07164.43

1863/04/11

Neafie, Theodore F., fl. 1861-1877

Letter signed

Title: to: sister Carrie.

Discussing furloughs, he asserts that he wants his pay before he decides to return home of any length of time. Refers to times of guard duty when the union and rebel picket lines exchange papers across a creek. Discusses training for a regimental move, along with a request for news from home. Written in a camp near Falmouth.

GLC07164.44

1863/05/05

Neafie, Theodore F., fl. 1861-1877

Letter signed

Title: to: sister.

Discusses the possibility of a regimental move, which has been mentioned at several times and yet has not occurred. He mentions the sighting of a balloonist as a scout, and the new regimental commander. Written in a camp near Falmouth

GLC07164.45

1863/05/24

Neafie, Theodore F., fl. 1861-1877

Autograph letter signed

Title: to: sister Carrie.

Forwards his hopes for a victory based on cavalry strength, along with further prediction on the war. He requests news from home, and mentions that he no longer has any hope of a furlough. Written in a camp near Falmouth

GLC07164.46

1862/08/22

Neafie, Theodore F., fl. 1861-1877

Autograph letter signed

Title: to: Carrie.

He discusses the new system of rationing, along with his observation of the execution of a deserter. He states his belief that the end of the war might be in sight, possibly as soon as January of 1864, along with own term of service being nine months from completion.

GLC07164.47

1863/09/07

Neafie, Theodore F., fl. 1861-1877

Autograph letter signed

Title: to: sister Carrie.

Details his experiences on the picket line, including the discovery of a house full of food while on duty on the picket line. Written at Raccoon Ford.

GLC07164.48

1863/12/10

Neafie, Theodore F., fl. 1861-1877

Letter signed

Title: to: sister Carrie.

Details of the town of Stevensburgh and General Meade. Mentions the rumor of a possible furlough, and complains at the lack of correspondence from home. Written in a camp near Stevensburgh, Virginia

GLC07164.49

1863/12/20

Neafie, Theodore F., fl. 1861-1877

Letter signed

Title: to: brother Newton.

Details his experiences in several skirmishes, along with the Battle of Stevensburgh. He mentions news of new regimental officers. Written in a camp near Stevensburgh, Virginia

GLC07164.50

1864/01/03

Neafie, Theodore F., fl. 1861-1877

Autograph letter signed

Title: to: sister Carrie.

He sends news of camp life, including the visit of the Colonel's wife to camp. Mentioned is the description of life in the tent. He requests news from home. Written in a camp near Stevensburgh, Virginia

GLC07164.51

1864/01/10

Neafie, Theodore F., fl. 1861-1877

Letter signed

Title: to: Carrie.

Explains life in winter quarters, especially how difficult it is to remain warm when the tents are made for shelter and not much in the way of insulation. He mentions his thoughts of possible re-enlistment, but hastens to mention that no one else from his regiment is doing so and he does not wish to be the only one. Written in a camp near Stevensburgh, Virginia

GLC07164.52

1864/01/25

Neafie, Theodore F., fl. 1861-1877

Letter signed

Title: to: brother.

Sends thanks to home for the sending of the box of items which he has just received, along with forwarding an invitation for his brother to come visit the camp. He requests news from home. Written in a camp near Stevensburgh, Virginia

GLC07164.53

1864/03/07

Neafie, Theodore F., fl. 1861-1877

Letter signed

Title: to: sister Carrie.

Lamenting the lack of action being seen by the regiment, he mentions the game of General musical chairs - possibly replacing General Fremont with General Meade, and a possible regimental move. He requests news from home. Written in a camp near Stevensburgh, Virginia

GLC07164.54

1864/05/30

Neafie, Theodore F., fl. 1861-1877

Letter signed

Title: to: sister.

Mentions his viewing of prisoners of war, along with the Picket Lines ability to see Richmond while on duty. He laments how a possible battle did not occur, and requests news from home.

GLC07164.55

[1865/08/08]

Neafie, Theodore F., fl. 1861-1877

Letter signed

Title: to: Newton.

Referring to the prices of sheep, Theodore mentions the prices of sheep running to $2 to $3 per head. He states that there are no jobs to his liking, along with his possible plans to continue his travels west to Idaho.

GLC07164.56