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Washington, George, 1732-1799 to Henry Knox

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.09330 Author/Creator: Washington, George, 1732-1799 Place Written: Mount Vernon, Virginia Type: Manuscript letter Date: 18 June 1785 Pagination: 4 p. : Height: 46 cm, Width: 20.5 cm Order a Copy

Later copy of a letter from Washington to Knox, advising Knox in detail on how he might arrange for the Defense of the Western Territories. Also congratulates Knox on becoming "Secretary at War," discusses Congress' plans for the Western Territories and the British presence in these areas. The end of the last page is attached and extends beyond the document. Copy made 3 February 1854.

Washington, George, 1732-1799
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

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