Yznardi, Joseph M., fl. 1794-1801 to Henry Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.06145 Author/Creator: Yznardi, Joseph M., fl. 1794-1801 Place Written: Cadiz, Spain Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 15 July 1794 Pagination: 4 p. : docket ; Height: 31.8 cm, Width: 20 cm Order a Copy
Thanks Knox for the many private and public favors he received while in America. Offers his assistance to Knox and his friends if he ever needs it. Also offers to provide any new or "interesting intelligence" from Poland. Updates Knox on political matters in Poland, including campaigns and insurrections. Mentions Bastia surrendered to Lord Hood, mostly due to lack of supplies. Notes there have been several French ships cruising in the Mediterranean, even with the British nearby. Comments the Spaniards were once again defeated in Catalonia. Mentions a rumor about Knox retiring.
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