Knox, Henry, 1750-1806 to Lucy Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.10455 Author/Creator: Knox, Henry, 1750-1806 Place Written: Pennsylvania Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 15 October 1777 Pagination: 3 p. ; 37.4 x 23.3 cm. Order a Copy
Written from camp 24 miles from Philadelphia. Sends this letter by Captain Randall, who had "the misfortune to be again made a prisoner after being slightly wounded in 7 or 8 places." Asks why she has not mentioned a gold watch he sent, worrying that the watch has been lost or stolen. Addresses Lucy's concerns regarding their future provision, assuring her to trust God. Reports that Continental defense along the Delaware River has hampered British shipping to and from Philadelphia: "If the enemy cannot get their shipping up Philadelphia is one of the most ineligible places in the world for an army..." Relates that the Continental Army hopes to spend winter in Philadelphia. Discusses the recent American loss at Fort Montgomery, New York. Expresses optimism, convinced of "the kindness of providence towards us [America]..." Complains he has not received a letter from friends in Boston recently.
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