Knox, Henry, 1750-1806 to William Knox

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GLC#
GLC02437.00478-View header record
Type
Letters
Date
1 November 1776
Author/Creator
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
Title
to William Knox
Place Written
White Plains, New York
Pagination
2 p. : address : docket ; Height: 31.4 cm, Width: 19.4 cm
Primary time period
American Revolution, 1763-1783
Sub-Era
The War for Independence

Mentions problems with the post. Explains why the Continental Army had retreated in the Battle of White Plains (28 October 1776). Notes that military intelligence gathered from British prisoners and deserters suggests the British are planning to attempt a decisive attack. The Continental Army will try to avoid any general battle in which they lack "most advantageous terms."

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