Knox, Lucy Flucker, 1756-1824 to Henry Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.01383 Author/Creator: Knox, Lucy Flucker, 1756-1824 Place Written: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 10 April 1782 Pagination: 2 p. : address : docket ; 32.1 x 20.1 cm. Order a Copy
Has received letter from Knox, which to her "unspeakable mortification" relates that he will be away from her for several days longer. Apologizes for not writing frequently, but explains that she constantly expected his return. Also mentions that other events and causes have prevented her from writing but says she will explain further in person. Writes, "I have received a long letter from our brother Wm [William Knox] and one from Mr. Williams both of which I should have forwarded could I have imagined you would have staid so long, William was well and in good spirits." Relates that their children are well and that they all are staying at Colonel [Clement] Biddle's. Alludes to Knox's recent promotion to Major General.
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