Washington, George, 1732-1799 to Henry Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.09421 Author/Creator: Washington, George, 1732-1799 Place Written: Mount Vernon, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 19 November 1790 Pagination: 2 p. : address : docket ; Height: 25.3 cm, Width: 20.6 cm Order a Copy
Discusses an expedition against the Wabash Indians. Expresses disappointment in General [Josiah] Harmer. Expected little from Harmer, after hearing he was a drunkard. Instructs Knox to present other important matters before Congress, as they occur to him, preceding Washington's arrival. Notes that recent heavy rains may hinder his progress to Philadelphia. Marked private at the top of page one.
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