Knox, William (1756-1795) to Henry Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.00476 Author/Creator: Knox, William (1756-1795) Place Written: Boston, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 20 October 1776 Pagination: 3 p. : address ; 24.8 x 18.2 cm. Order a Copy
Discusses their correspondence and speculates that not all their letters reach each other. Discusses the recent British victories in taking Long Island and New York. Had hoped the victories would induce the British into an ill-planned and unsuccessful attack. Discusses the transportation of lumber. Asks his brother if he believes British General William Howe will attempt to end the war decisively this winter, if he believes France will assist the colonies, if he thinks the Continental Congress is taking proper actions to form the army. Notes that he will relay information about artillery pieces to Henry Jackson. Indicates that General Philip Schuyler has put in his resignation. Discusses selling various pieces of furniture.
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