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Knox, Henry, 1750-1806 to Josiah Harmar

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.04712 Author/Creator: Knox, Henry, 1750-1806 Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 3 September 1790 Pagination: 4 p. : Height: 32.7 cm, Width: 20.7 cm Order a Copy

Writing privately, but with the president's knowledge, Knox warns Harmar that reports are circulating regarding his drinking, and that he must refrain from over indulging in "a convivial glass." Tells Harmar that Harmar's current expedition is highly important to the United States. Marked "Secret." Signed "HK."

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
Harmar, Josiah, 1753-1813

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