Washington, George, 1732-1799 to Henry Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.09326 Author/Creator: Washington, George, 1732-1799 Place Written: Rocky Hill, New Jersey Type: Manuscript letter Date: 23 October 1783 Pagination: 2 p. ; 25.5 x 20 cm. Order a Copy
Later copy of a letter to Henry Knox regarding possible peace settlement and the office of Secreatary of War. Asks Knox if he would be interested in becoming Secretary of War, and discusses the views of Congress opinion on a "Peace Settlement," with many opposed. Copy made circa 1855.
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