Knox, Henry, 1750-1806 to William Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.00768 Author/Creator: Knox, Henry, 1750-1806 Place Written: New Jersey Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 4 June 1779 Pagination: 2 p. : address : docket ; Height: 18.9 cm, Width: 14 cm Order a Copy
Reports that Continental troops are moving toward the British on the North (Hudson) River. Discusses William's upcoming voyage, a mercantile venture to Holland. Declares, "From the high Spirits of our troops, their discipline, and equipments, I think if we come into contact with the Enemy we shall at least do justice to ourselves and Country whatever may be the Event." Mentions Lucy Knox and their daughters (Lucy and Julia). Notes that the Winslow sisters have not yet left for Boston.
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