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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

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...

GLC07164.44

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

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

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...

GLC07164.47

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

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

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

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

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...

GLC07164.52

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

to Lucy Knox

Written at Camp Great Valley [Valley Forge]. Relates that he has not set out for Boston, Lucy's location, due to urgent public business. Writes, "I should most certainly see you this winter if within the compass of human possibility but it will...

GLC02437.00675

[Draft of Knox's responses to questions regarding an attack on the British at Philadelphia]

"My sentiments are against a general attack of the enemy strongly posted as they are except upon the clearest principles of superior numbers to counterballance their superior discipline. I am fully of the opinion that we have no experience of our...

GLC02437.00676

to: John R. Meigs.

GLC07059.11

Appointment of John R. Meigs as 1st Lieutenant, Corps of Engineers.

Cosigned by Edwin Stanton.

GLC07059.22

Commission of John R. Meigs to 1st Lieutenant.

GLC07059.23

to:M[ontgomery] C. Meigs.

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GLC07059.31

to Lucy Knox

Franks, aide-de-camp for General Benedict Arnold, replies on behalf of Arnold to a letter from Lucy Knox. Notes that Arnold's indisposition prevented him from answering Lucy Knox's "Billet," and comments on Arnold's recovery (Arnold suffered from a...

GLC02437.00673

[Proof of British powder]

Written at Turtle Bay near New York. Chart recording the result of proofing [testing] of British powder and powder captured by the British. Includes names of prizes from which powder was taken and the capturing vessels. Signed twice by William...

GLC02437.00674

[Receipt for provisions issued]

Covers provisions issued from July-December 1777 in the Middle Department, "from Wilmington on the Delaware to Newark in Jersey." Also notes receipt of provisions from January 1778- August 1778 for the Middle Department.

GLC02437.00677

[Oath of allegiance to the United States]

Date inferred from the Journals of the Continental Congress circa January- February 1778. The Journals indicate that every officer who holds or is granted a commission or office from Congress should take the following oath: "I do acknowledge the...

GLC02437.00678

to Lucy Knox

Year and day cited, but no month. Month inferred based on content. Recently visited posts in the Highlands (New York) with General Nathanael Greene. Notes that "Mr. Wm. continues yet quiet in his quarters, but we have still reason to think he...

GLC02437.00679

[drafts of rough minutes delivered to Doctor Ramsey who is writing the history of the late war & who furnished to me his Sketches & Materials for that purpose. May '86]

Later copy of Knox's notes which he delivered to Doctor David Ramsay to use as reference for his book, History of the American Revolution. Note at top states, "(Inclosed) Notes and explanations of Doctor Ramsay's history respecting the campaign 1777...

GLC02437.00680

[Biographical sketch of Samuel B. Webb]

Later copy. Initialed [H.P.J.] Pertains to GLC02437.00682.

GLC02437.00681

[Note regarding a duel between Samuel Blachley Webb and William Livingston]

Fragment. Relates, "a negotiation in the newspapers will most probably terminate the affair... The affair originates about Miss Wyckham."

GLC02437.00682