16 August 1781
Bauman, Sebastian, 1739-1803
Autograph letter signed
Title: to Henry Knox
Written by Major Bauman, commander of artillery at West Point, to Brigadier General Knox. A response to Knox's letter regarding his transfer from West Point (GLC02437.01134). Says General McDougall has no objections to Bauman's transfer and that Captain Frothingham will take his place. Says he cannot leave West Point until tomorrow, when he will send letters and settle the situation. Reports on some of the heavy and light brass cannons at West Point, and says some need chains, timbers, and carriages. Says "many things are wanting here" and has requested the commissary to give him reasons why…
GLC02437.01136