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23 December 1942
Benson, Eris B., 1922-1997
to Mamma
One letter addressed to Anna Petty Benson from Eris B. Benson dated December 23, 1942. Pertains to finances, and news of a family friend's death.
GLC09954.070
circa 1918
Osborn, Ella Jane, 1881-1966
[Description of the trenches]
One document dated circa 1918. Osborn describes life in the trenches and the duties that soldiers perform when the fighting is slow.
GLC06570.05
10 August 1944
Landau, Daniel B., 1907-1968
to Dorothy K. Landau
One letter addressed to Dorothy Landau from Daniel B. Landau dated August 10, 1944. Pertains to daily life while stationed at naval base. Announces that he had arrived to a location safely.
GLC09993.496
16 December 1782
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
[Certificate for Andrew Billings Esq. for engravings for two pieces of cannon]
Written and signed for Knox by Samuel Shaw, Knox's aide-de-camp. Writes, "This is to certify that, in consequence of orders from His Excellency the Commander in Chief, Andrew Billings Esq. has engraved certain devices upon two pieces of cannon...
GLC02437.01746
4 November 1781
to Edward Carrington
Places Colonel Carrington in charge of the establishment of a artillery magazine in Virginia for the use of the Southern Army, as ordered by George Washington. Instructs on how to proceed in transporting ordnance from Yorktown to Westham and...
GLC02437.01284
8 October 1783
Washington, George, 1732-1799
to Henry Knox
Reports receiving a letter from Knox, delivered by Captain Shaw (possibly Samuel Shaw, Knox's aide-de-camp). Informs Knox, commanding at West Point, he has been impatiently waiting for Congress to decide the number of troops to be stationed at West...
GLC02437.09392
1781/03/17
Pendleton, Nathaniel, 1756-1821
to Col. William Washington re: wanting lists of casualties
Recipient's first name from pencil note. Written as Aide-de-camp.
GLC02470.29
August 29, 1778
Ellery, William, 1727-1820
to unknown
Reports that his son left the recipient's horse at Daggets instead of at Sanfords in Bristol, where William Ellery had promised to deliver it in his last letter as his part in the "Newport Expedition." Comments on General John Sullivan and the...
GLC03236
14 July 1778
Greene, Nathanael, 1742-1786
to Joseph Webb
Written as Quartermaster General, mentions the Battle of Monmouth and that he is crossing the Hudson (North) River. Adds that the French fleet is off Sandy Hook. Ridicules the "farcical" Parliamentary propositions for reconciliation with the United...
GLC02863
24 March 1776
to Josiah Quincy
Written just one week after Continental forces captured Boston. Thanks Quincy and the nation for their praise, saying "To obtain the applause of deserving men, is a heart felt satisfaction - to merit them, is my highest wish. If my conduct...
GLC04442
10 April 1779
Dunlap, John, 1747-1812
Pennsylvania packet.
Proclamation by George Washington issuing a full pardon to all deserters who return to their corps by 1 May 1779, and warning those who do not return of punishment. Proclamation dated 10 March 1779 from Middle-Brook, New Jersey. Act made law by the...
GLC08715.01
31 August 1787
to Catharine Littlefield Greene
Discusses Mrs. Greene's financial situation and her children. Mentions the quality of the schools in France as being one of the best, where "the system is admirably adapted to impress the best habits - both of body and mind - Dancing fencing... "...
GLC02437.03649
2 February 1783
to Nathanael Greene
Knox, Commander at West Point, congratulates General Greene, Commander of the Southern Department. Recently received news of Greene through Major Burnet. Writes, "To say only I congratulate you on the enemys total evacuation of the Southern States...
GLC02437.10091
27 May 1777
Gerry, Elbridge, 1744-1814
Written by Gerry, a signer of the Declaration of Independence, as a Continental Congressman from Massachusetts to an unknown recipient, but probably an army officer in Massachusetts. Begins letter with financial information. Hopes a vigorous...
GLC07273
1781/10/31
To: Lieutenant Colonel Jean Babtiste Gouvion.
Commendation of Jean B. Gouvion's "most valuable services" at Yorktown.
GLC07907
12 November 1781
to John Lamb
Uncertain yet whether he will join the artillery park because General George Washington had not yet arrived. Writes, "He has lately met with a severe Shock to his affections, in the loss of the amiable Mr. Custis, Mrs. Washington's only child."...
GLC02437.01289
19 November 1787
Peirce, John, 1750-1798
Discusses the delegates' agreement to pay British debts but only if the other states ratify a similar provision. Writes that "Mr. Henry in his harangue respecting this question attacked the constitution of the Union in the strongest terms and...
GLC02437.03707
29 December 1787
to Samuel H. Parsons [incomplete]
Discusses the possibility of granting lands to soldiers and officers by resolves of Congress. Explains how the lands may be granted and that some might be located in the Ohio territory, commenting, "it is not for me to determine what assistance you...
GLC02437.03746
27 May 1783
to Parker & Duer
Knox, Commander at West Point, writes to business partners William Duer and Daniel Parker: "A very considerable part of the Garrison, upwards of two hundred, are at this time sick with the measles and there are more to have them,- In this situation...
GLC02437.09744
8 May 1777
Knox, Lucy Flucker, 1756-1824
Written at "Sewal's Point," evidently Sewall's Point, in Brookline, Massachusetts. Their daughter, Lucy, has small pox, and "the poor little soul- is covered from head to foot with it- she has upwards of eaighty [sic] on her sweet face..." Relates...
GLC02437.10012
17 July 1777
Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809
Mentions the capture of the Fox, a British frigate. Apparently, the Fox was retaken by the British, but this news is uncorroborated. Colonel Jackson expects to be called in to pay Knox's contribution to a privateer. Suggests that Henry persuade...
GLC02437.00626
4 June 1777
Knox, William, 1756-1795
Comments on his recent sickness, noting that "by riding out often, eating no animal food, & by drinking nothing of a spiritous kind... I have been sensibly losing flesh to a great degree." Complains of the high prices charged for books he is...
GLC02437.00609
21 June 1777
to Lucy Knox
Begins with expressions of his love for Lucy, his wife. Describes his devotion to his country, the only thing that keeps him from Lucy. Discusses possible enemy movement and location. Praises his troops. Writes, "With the blessing of Heaven I...
GLC02437.00616
26 July 1777
Lovell, James, 1737-1814
Continental Congressman Lovell writes to Knox: "I suppose you among others have been led, from my being Chairman of the Committee on foreign applications, to dub me Patron of the whole Rank-mad Tribes. I am so far from thinking it proper to disavow...
GLC02437.00629
4 April 1790
Discusses a mutual friend's financial troubles and the need for every exertion to be made on his behalf. Mentions a general meeting of delegates that may be held in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Asks Knox to inform him if he believes the business at...
GLC02437.04576
16 November 1782
Greaton, John, 1741-1783
[Vote and proceedings at Newburgh regarding the grievances of the Massachusetts Line]
Marked "copy" and signed by the transcriber, Samuel Shaw, Knox's aide-de-camp. Writes, "The grievances of the Massachusetts Line having involved them to desire a general conference, to consult and determine on the measures to be pursued for...
GLC02437.01714
7 September 1782-8 September 1782
Hand, Edward, 1744-1802
[General orders]
Written from Head Quarters Verplanks Point, present-day Verplanck, New York. "Public" is written above the address. Includes "Extracts from Genl. Orders" for two days, 7 and 8 September. The extract from 7 September states, "Lieutenant Osgood...
GLC02437.01587
23 February 1944
Weiner, Sylvia, 1912-2008
to Morris "Moe" Weiner
Postcard of the Brooklyn museum, reminds him of their visits there.
GLC09414.0173
26 February 1944
Postcard of Times Square.
GLC09414.0180
28 February 1944
Postcard of Grand Army Plaza in Brooklyn
GLC09414.0186
3 March 1944
11:30 pm: Sylvia writes that she has opened her first checking account. Margie and Joe are coming home, and Adele is getting married in June.
GLC09414.0189
6 March 1944
Sylvia mentions taxes of 1943.
GLC09414.0192
11 March 1944
Sylvia describes in great detail her daily life in the country.
GLC09414.0199
13 March 1944
Sylvia mentions income taxes and how much she misses Moe.
GLC09414.0201
31 March 1944
Rob is still in the hospital, Adele and fiancé are doing fine.
GLC09414.0220
12 April 1944
Postcard of east Harlem Drive and Midtown skyline.
GLC09414.0233
15 April 1944
Postcard of Brooklyn Bridge.
GLC09414.0237
24 June 1944
Sylvia played with a Ouija Board with Bess and Ruth
GLC09414.0304
25 June 1944
Sylvia explains why she couldn't meet Pepi at the station.
GLC09414.0305
11 July 1790
[A statement on Mr. Greene's evidence]
Letter is not signed but appears to be in Henry Knox's handwriting. Discusses a memorial the late General [Nathanael] Greene had submitted to Congress and the dire financial situation that now threatens Greene's family. Writes a lengthy letter...
GLC02437.09816
8 July 1943
Time written not noted. Sylvia tells Moe that she has received word from him and arranged everything in regard to travel; and that she is coming to be with him [in Camp Lewis].
GLC09414.0074
30 July 1944
Sylvia mentions Ruth and Sammy B., talks of bookkeeping and filing.
GLC09414.0339
25 July 1944
Sylvia reports the news that she hears on the radio.
GLC09414.0334
18 September 1944
Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988
to Sylvia Weiner
Moe saw some soccer games, and some German prisoners being led through the streets. He met one of the girls who'd been a pupil of Madame Simone Vivienne. They went to the teacher's house and listened to them sing songs. Later they went to services...
GLC09414.1202
7 November 1785
Mason, David, 1726-1794
Writes to Knox in distress. Thanks him for the recommendation to Governor Bowdoin, but informs him that a Major [likely William] Perkins was appointed to a position instead of him. Declares he is now left destitute, especially since his leg was...
GLC02437.03215
8 October 1782
to John Lowell
Recounts the story of young Isaac Winslow, who had been taken to Canada at age 11 by his loyalist father, upon the outbreak of hostilities. His parents are now dead, and his other family is in Boston. He wants to be in service to his country. Knox...
GLC02437.01650
25 July 1783
McDougall, Alexander, 1732-1786
Written by General McDougall to General Knox. Writes from Highlands, New York. Says that the latest news from Massachusetts is that they will not support a "speedy relief to the Army from Continental Funds." Says the state senate supports Congress's...
GLC02437.02326
20 May 1782
to Benjamin Lincoln
Explains his recommendations and opinions on key issues regarding the "ensuing campaign" in and around New York. Relates that upon asking General George Washington when to be prepared to march his troops, General Washington claimed to be out of touch...
GLC02437.01426
16 September 1782
Villefranche, Jean-Louis-Ambroise de Genton, chevalier de, 1747-1784
Writes, "the quarter master general has told me a few days since, that he could not furnish me with any Masons; untill the 20th of the present instant ; it also seems to me that he is not able to supply with lime and other essential articles, to...
GLC02437.01616
7 November 1776
Discusses Knox infrequent correspondence and attributes it to him being "in one of the most active Situations in the whole army." Is happy to hear Knox is getting over an illness. Mentions Knox becoming increasingly fat. Discusses the scarcity and...
GLC02437.00482
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