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Knox, William, 1756-1795 to Henry Knox

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.03993 Author/Creator: Knox, William, 1756-1795 Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 11 October 1788 Pagination: 1 p. : docket ; 32.5 x 19.6 cm. Order a Copy

Discusses War Office business regarding the pay of Ensign [Luce], who will join Lieutenant Pratt on his march through Sussex County, New Jersey. William is managing affairs in the War Office during Henry's absence.

Knox, William, 1756-1795
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

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