William Hull to Henry Knox about Military Appointments, 17 May 1792
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Author | William Hull |
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Writes that he only just received Knox's letter of 7 May. Was informed by General [John] Brooks that Brooks declined his appointment as a Brigadier General. As for his own appointment, since accepting would dramatically change his life, he hopes Knox will allow him to spend a bit more time making the decision. Free handwritten on address leaf with no signature.
Henry Knox to William Hull about Military Appointments, 20 May 1792
Title | Henry Knox to William Hull about Military Appointments, 20 May 1792 PDF eBook |
Author | Henry Knox |
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Marked Private. From a prior meeting, Knox assured President Washington that Hull would accept his military appointment, and in this letter, discusses directly with Hull whether he will accept or decline. Also mentions General [John] Brooks' recent decision to decline the appointment.
William Hull to Henry Knox Discussing Hull's Declining of a Military Appointment, 27 May 1792
Title | William Hull to Henry Knox Discussing Hull's Declining of a Military Appointment, 27 May 1792 PDF eBook |
Author | William Hull |
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Discusses their recent correspondence, and mentions that he has recently declined a military appointment. Recounts conversations he and Knox have had about the possibility of his appointment, as well as about the appointment of General [John] Brooks and Brooks' decision not to accept. Also discusses family reasons for declining, particularly the illness of his father-in-law.
Henry Knox to William Hull Discussing General Brook, 6 May 1792
Title | Henry Knox to William Hull Discussing General Brook, 6 May 1792 PDF eBook |
Author | Henry Knox |
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Marked as Private. Briefly discusses General Brook's appointment and whether he will accept or decline.
William Hull to Henry Knox about Hull's New Appointment and Soldiers' Disputes, 4 March 1787
Title | William Hull to Henry Knox about Hull's New Appointment and Soldiers' Disputes, 4 March 1787 PDF eBook |
Author | William Hull |
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Release | 1787 |
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Mentions his new appointment in the military. Discusses a dispute involving ranks of soldiers in the state of Massachusetts. Refers to a Congressional resolution appointing him the second officer in the state. Had been under the impression that the only person in the state he had to answer to was [Henry] Jackson, but would like Knox to clarify the chain of command so that he can regulate [his] conduct accordingly. Mentions a dispute with [William] North.
General Hull to Henry Knox Declining Knox's Offer of an Army Appointment, 21 May 1791
Title | General Hull to Henry Knox Declining Knox's Offer of an Army Appointment, 21 May 1791 PDF eBook |
Author | William Hull |
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Release | 1791 |
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Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Making Recommendations for Military Appointments, 25 March 1792
Title | Henry Jackson to Henry Knox Making Recommendations for Military Appointments, 25 March 1792 PDF eBook |
Author | Henry Jackson |
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Has enclosed a letter from Mr. William Hunt recommending Mr. John Patten for an appointment in the federal troops. Jackson is not acquainted with Patten but declares that he seems well-suited to be an officer. Reports that General [William] Hull knows him. Also recommends an [Ebenezer] Kent for an appointment. Place not listed, however, another letter (GLC02437.05376) written on the same day places Jackson in Boston.