12 March 1785

L'Enfant, Pierre Charles, 1754-1825

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Expresses his hope that Knox will accept the appointment of Secretary at War. If so, hopes to serve under Knox as an engineer for military posts on the western frontier. Requests that Knox recommend him as such to Congress.

GLC02437.03109

14 July 1788

Lee, A., fl. 1788

Manuscript document

Title: to Henry Knox

Encloses a document related to a parcel of land (not present). Hopes to obtain information regarding the "quality & value of the Land." Wants to know whether any part of the land can be rented or sold. Docket indicates "Respecting his lands on the Andrewscoggin River- 40 miles from Falmouth Massachusetts." Pertains to present-day Falmouth, Maine and the Androscoggin River.

GLC02437.03936

17 August 1789

L'Enfant, Pierre Charles, 1754-1825

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Writes to send him a copy of the diploma for French officers joining the Society of the Cincinnati, and discusses several matters regarding the French members of the Society.

GLC02437.04329

12 August 1791

Lillie, John, 1755-1801

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Written by Knox's former aide-de-camp Lillie. Written on the ship "Eliza" bound for Savannah, Georgia. Says he previously wrote Knox a letter before he left Gibraltar in which he gave a sketch of the character of the Emperor of Morocco. The day after he left Gibraltar he saw two letters in the possession of James Simpson, the consul for the Empress of Prussia, from two European consuls residing in Tangiers. The letters reported that the Emperor's brother has amassed a body of nearly 100,000 troops near Fez with the intention of attacking the northern ports of Morocco to dethrone the…

GLC02437.05116

19 October 1791

Lillie, John, 1755-1801

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Apologizes to Knox and his wife for "not calling to take your commands for Boston." After arranging "the little business I had to do here," he decided at the last minute to leave. References the £700 bill which Knox endorsed and the £500 bill discounted with Mr. Deblois and "taken his draught on Boston at the same sight."

GLC02437.05201

31 May 1792

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter

Title: to William Lewis

A draft copy of GLC02437.05484.

GLC02437.05485

22 July 1793

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph document

Title: to William Lewis

Asks four questions about issues surrounding the Waldo Patent. The questions deal the legal paperwork of the late [Francis] Waldo, the uncle of Samuel and Isaac Winslow. Wants to take possession of the lands owned by Waldo. Also asks about the power of attorney of John and Hannah Wall. Expresses concern that Lucy Winslow, the mother of Isaac Winslow, did not assign her real estate to her husband.

GLC02437.05907

27 August 1793

Lincoln, Abner, 1763-1826

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Lincoln appears to be an official at the academy where Henry Jackson Knox attends. Suspects that his letters of 20 June and 27 July did not reach Knox. Proceeds to give Knox an update on his son. Says the boy improved after being placed under the watchful eye of "some one person" and receiving a scolding from Knox. Lincoln was upset that the boy would admit his guilt but would never sincerely correct his future actions. Tells Knox that his son "had beaten our little girl, insulted a man in the street, broken open a closet & taken out some sugar." Goes into detail about the lessons…

GLC02437.05915

26 November 1794

Lincoln, Abner, 1763-1826

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Provides a detailed account of Knox's son's (Henry Jackson Knox) progress in his studies. Notes Henry Jackson Knox has shown an improvement in propriety since Knox's departure. His French master has also noted an improvement. States there have only been two incidences involving Knox's son. Also hints at a inappropriate relationship between Henry Jackson Knox and a "girl of bad fame."

GLC02437.06256

30 December 1794

Lincoln, Abner, 1763-1826

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Informs Knox that Henry [Jackson Knox] arrived on the 27th. Discusses the impact the visit had on Henry Jackson Knox and ways to keep him on track (likely referring to his academics). Notes Knox's visit appears to have made a good impression on Henry Jackson Knox. Requests Knox writes to his son frequently. Also suggests Henry Jackson Knox shows his father's letters to him so he can better assist Knox in keeping his son on course. Recommends a preacher for the Waldo patent lands. Discusses the preacher's character and his experience. Sends his compliments to Mrs. [Lucy] Knox.

GLC02437.06287

30 April 1795

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to John Le Fevre

Writes a letter of recommendation for Le Fevre on the goodness of his character. States that he was in Knox's employ for four years and is discharged at his own request.

GLC02437.06403

16 October 1795

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to François Alexandre Frédéric, duc de la Rochefoucauld Liancourt

Wishes de Liancourt had a safe trip to Boston and discusses other business. Noted as written at Montpelier, Knox's home in Maine.

GLC02437.06542

October 1795

Liancourt, François Alexandre Frédéric, duc de la Rochefoucauld, 1747-1827

Autograph letter

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses a trip to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and travelling.

GLC02437.06558

29 December 1795

Liancourt, François Alexandre Frédéric, duc de la Rochefoucauld, 1747-1827

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Recommends a young man to Knox who is interested in engineering.

GLC02437.06584

1 March 1796

Liancourt, François Alexandre Frédéric, duc de la Rochefoucauld, 1747-1827

Manuscript letter

Title: to Henry Knox

No addressee or author listed, but previous research suggests that the letter was written by the Duc de Liancourt, to Henry Knox. This information is written in pencil on the document. Declares that he had been meaning to write to Knox for a long time but has not been able to. Has visited Mr. and Mrs. Beaumez, and is very happy for their recent marriage, but is worried their happiness may not last if they do not become financially secure. Discusses his plans for travel and the possibility of visiting Knox. Provides updates on several of their friends, and asks to be remembered to Mrs.…

GLC02437.06646

27 April 1796

Liancourt, François Alexandre Frédéric, duc de la Rochefoucauld, 1747-1827

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses his move from Philadelphia to Savannah, Georgia, and his reception in there. Provides his impressions of that place and the people there, as well as their beliefs about the nature of government. Mentions some business matters relating to Mr. [William] Bingham.

GLC02437.06725

16 May 1796

Liancourt, François Alexandre Frédéric, duc de la Rochefoucauld, 1747-1827

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Read about Knox's misfortune in the papers and sends his respects (may be referring to the recent deaths of two of Knox's children).

GLC02437.06742

27 Septembr 1796

Liancourt, François Alexandre Frédéric, duc de la Rochefoucauld, 1747-1827

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses his recent departure from Knox's house, where he was visiting. Speaks warmly of the Knox family's hospitality and kindness. Reports that a serious illness has taken hold of the region, killing several people. Mentions a mare Dr. [William] Eustis purchased for Knox.

GLC02437.06830

22 December 1796

Liancourt, François Alexandre Frédéric, duc de la Rochefoucauld, 1747-1827

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Date's month is partially legible, but a note added later suggests it is December. Assures Knox of his friendship and stresses that Knox should not doubt him. Informs him that he will leave to visit Knox tomorrow.

GLC02437.06849

4 May 1797

Lillie, John, 1755-1801

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Informs Knox that he has arrived at Brigadier's Island and is in the process of settling down and setting up shop. Brigadier's Island in Maine is also known as Sear's Island.

GLC02437.06960

21 May 1797

Lillie, John, 1755-1801

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Tells Knox about his many interests on the island specifically concerning settlers, sheep, and fish.

GLC02437.06971

9 June 1797

Lillie, John, 1755-1801

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses how there are less fish available, especially salmon and run. Expresses his hope that he will never need to be in public service again, though, since the fisheries are doing so poorly, it might be necessary.

GLC02437.06984

2 July 1797

Liancourt, François Alexandre Frédéric, duc de la Rochefoucauld, 1747-1827

Autograph letter

Title: to Henry Knox

Informs Knox that he will be leaving to return to France next fall and thanks Knox for his kindness and friendship. Signature is clipped.

GLC02437.06999

7 July 1797

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter

Title: to the Duke de Liancourt

Writes to correct the Duke's misconception of Knox's attitude toward the French and France as a country.

GLC02437.07000

6 June 1798

Lillie, John, 1755-1801

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Asks Knox for help in obtaining an appointment in the Corp of Marines, despite his preference for staying out of public service. Noted as written in Milton, state unknown.

GLC02437.07146