Henry Knox to George Washington about Minister to France and Recommendations, 18 May 1794

Henry Knox to George Washington about Minister to France and Recommendations, 18 May 1794
Author: Henry Knox
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Discusses the appointment of either Mr. [Thomas] Pinckney or [David] Humphreys as the minister to the Republic of France. Mentions Mr. Pinckney might transfer to France as long it is not disagreeable to him. Also notes Mr. Humphreys has not voiced opinions on the French Revolution and would make a good appointment. Recommends the following people, [Thomas] Jefferson, [James] Madison, Governor Henry Lee Virginia, John Rutledge, Elbridge Gerry, Doctor William Eustis, and Jedediah Huntington, along with a few others. Knox's retained draft.

Henry Knox to George Washington on the Problem of Accepting Edmond-Charles Gent's Credentials as French Minister to America, 2 May 1793

Henry Knox to George Washington on the Problem of Accepting Edmond-Charles Gent's Credentials as French Minister to America, 2 May 1793
Author: Henry Knox
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This is Knox's retained draft of the original sent to Washington. Knox signs on behalf of Hamilton. The cover letter states that they are sending an answer to Washington's third question to the cabinet asked on 18 April. They are answering with A conformity of opinion. The answer was sent as an enclosure to Washington that is not included here. The long, detailed answer (the original of which is in the George Washington papers at the Library of Congress, along with a copy of this cover letter) is in reference to the problem of accepting Edmond-Charles Gent's credentials as French minister to America. The enclosure was only signed by Hamilton, even though it expressed Knox's opinion as well. On verso is the beginning of a different letter, in the hand of Alexander Hamilton.

Henry Knox to George Washington with Opinions on Privateering [incomplete], 16 May 1793

Henry Knox to George Washington with Opinions on Privateering [incomplete], 16 May 1793
Author: Henry Knox
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Letterpress copy. Opinions of governmental heads related to Genet's use of privateers manned and equipped by American citizens to capture British prizes and bring them into U.S. ports. Discussing whether British prizes taken by French privateers manned by Americans should be delivered to the British Minister: The Secretary of State and the Attorney General were against the restoration and the Secretary of the Treasury and the Secretary of War were for it. Notes that the privateers were commissioned in Charleston, South Carolina by French Minister Edmond Charles Genet (referred to here as Genest). Further discusses Genet's jurisdiction and the United State's neutrality. Letterpress copy, missing final page. The creator, recipient and date are derived from a sent copy in the George Washington Papers at the Library of Congress.

Henry Knox to George Washington about Visits to Mount Vernon and the Situation in France, 16 September 1792

Henry Knox to George Washington about Visits to Mount Vernon and the Situation in France, 16 September 1792
Author: Henry Knox
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Marked private. Notes he questioned Mr. Hammond's and Mr. Ternant's intentions of visiting Mount Vernon. Mr. Hammond will set out for Mount Vernon on Wednesday but Mr. Ternant likely will not make the trip due to his health. In a struck paragraph also discusses the volatile situation in France. Notes the affairs of france are progressing from bad to worse... Knox's retained draft.

Henry Knox to George Washington Requesting Permission to Join the President in Putting Down the Whiskey Rebellion, 6 October 1794

Henry Knox to George Washington Requesting Permission to Join the President in Putting Down the Whiskey Rebellion, 6 October 1794
Author: Henry Knox
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Secretary of War Knox informs the president of his arrival in Philadelphia, and also for permission to join Washington in Carlisle, Pennsylvania until the painful task upon which you are, shall be settled. The painful task was the suppression of the Whiskey Rebellion by government troops, headed by Washington, Alexander Hamilton, and Virginia Governor Henry Lee. Knox's retained draft.

Henry Knox to George Washington on Various Matters Including the Death of Two of His Children, Washington's Retirement, the Threat of War with France, and the Slave Revolt in Santo Domingo, 13 January 1797

Henry Knox to George Washington on Various Matters Including the Death of Two of His Children, Washington's Retirement, the Threat of War with France, and the Slave Revolt in Santo Domingo, 13 January 1797
Author: Henry Knox
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Release: 1797
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Mentions the loss of two children and settling into his new home and the surrounding area. Also discusses Washington's retirement and the threat of war with France, there will be no danger of the French attempting an invasion of our country. If they should we must resist... Regarding the slave revolt in Santo Domingo, he says: The whites will either starve or be murdered by the blacks. Noted as a draft in the docket. Knox's retained draft.

William Knox to Henry Knox about War Office, Postal Matters and a French Visit to Washington, 16 November 1788

William Knox to Henry Knox about War Office, Postal Matters and a French Visit to Washington, 16 November 1788
Author: William Knox
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Discusses routine War Office affairs and preparations for John Pratt's march to Fort Pitt. Comments on Ebenezer Hazard's assurances that a contract would be renewed to guarantee regular postal service. Forwarded some letters from Henry to Winthrop Sargent, Secretary of the Northwest Territory. Discusses the coordination of supplies, namely cartouche boxes, for the trip. Mentions Pratt, John Stagg, and [Samuel] Hodgdon. Covers other military matters, referring to Captains Savage and [Henry] Burbeck. Remarks on a visit of the Count de Moustier, French minister to the United States, and his sister, Madame de Brehan, to General George Washington. Notes, Dupont tells me [he] was very much pleased with the Genl. and with Mount Vernon and spoke in terms of satisfaction for which he is not remarkable he passed three days at Mt. Vernon.

Henry Knox to George Washington Regarding the Continental Army, 18 June 1778

Henry Knox to George Washington Regarding the Continental Army, 18 June 1778
Author: Henry Knox
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Document in Samuel Shaw's hand, and signed by Shaw for Knox, giving Knox's opinion on several questions posed by Washington. Writes, ...it would be a most criminal degree of madness to hazard a general action at this time with the enemy, as by it we might lose every advantage which a three years war, combined with many fortunate circumstances, have given to America. Suggests the Continental Army remain at Valley Forge until the British completely evacuate Philadelphia. Does not advise a detachment to be sent to reinforce Continental troops in New Jersey. Gives advice for securing the sick and stores if the Continental Army should have to immediately evacuate their position at Valley Forge.