Knox, Henry, 1750-1806 to George Washington
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.02904 Author/Creator: Knox, Henry, 1750-1806 Place Written: West Point, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 3 January 1784 Pagination: 4 p. ; 33.7 x 21 cm. Order a Copy
Major General Knox reports that he withdrew from New York on or around 18 December 1783, according to the wishes of Governor George Clinton. Informs Washington he has discharged all troops except those who he lists in an enclosed return (not included). Asks Washington to keep this letter private. Reports on the state of officers, discussing their lack of pay or ability to obtain provisions at their time of discharge. Expects to hear from Washington regarding the May 1784 meeting of the "general Society," possibly referring to the Society of the Cincinnati. Discusses "the pay and emoluments of a Major General." Plans to soon depart for Boston. Signed in the left margin of the last page. Knox's retained draft.
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