Knox, Henry, 1750-1806 to Lucy Knox

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GLC#
GLC02437.00384-View header record
Type
Letters
Date
18 July 1776
Author/Creator
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
Title
to Lucy Knox
Place Written
New York, New York
Pagination
2 p. : address : docket ; Height: 31.8 cm, Width: 18.2 cm
Primary time period
American Revolution, 1763-1783
Sub-Era
The War for Independence

Indicates that this letter will be delivered by Mrs. Jonathan Pollard, who will bring other supplies with her. Apologizes for taking a harsh tone with Lucy in letters written earlier in the month. Expresses his desire for frequent communication with her. Criticizes Mrs. Jonathan Pollard for worrying about things that are out of her control. Showing his religious beliefs, Knox thinks such an unhappy person has not "drank of the streams of virtue and piety." Knox believes that unforeseen misfortunes in life and war should be weathered with "Fortitude and patience." Reaffirms his love for Lucy.

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