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Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809 to Henry Knox

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.03494 Author/Creator: Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809 Place Written: Boston, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 18 March 1787 Pagination: 4 p. : docket ; Height: 30 cm, Width: 19.1 cm Order a Copy

Discusses uniforms and informs Knox that "I intend my Regiment shall be the best Cloathed [sic] and as perfectly Uniform as any that has ever been in the American Army, or indeed any other Army - " Mentions that Colonel Hull has written to Knox regarding his rank (see GLC02437.03493) and calls him a "Charming fellow." Discusses problems of rank with his ensigns as they do not have an actual rank, but would like one. Feels he will be able to recruit the state quota with help from the government. Wants colours for his regiment, asks Knox for the device to make them so he can execute them. Mentions dining with John Hancock, who told of his proposed visit to New York City (see GLC02437.3491). Comments on the governor's upcoming election and that it looks like Hancock will win.

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

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