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Knox, Henry, 1750-1806 to George Washington

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.02034 Author/Creator: Knox, Henry, 1750-1806 Place Written: West Point, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 28 March 1783 Pagination: 2 p. : docket ; 23.3 x 20.6 cm. Order a Copy

Written by Major General Knox to General Washington. Contains florid congratulations to Washington over peace. Says "how sublime must be your sensations at this moment!" Claims it is a "happy day for America!" Retained copy.

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