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| Field name | Value |
|---|---|
| Collection Reference Number | GLC02437.03494 |
| From Archive Folder | The Henry Knox Papers [0079] January-March 1787 |
| Title | Henry Jackson to Henry Knox about his intentions to have the best-dressed regiment and discusses problems of rank |
| Date | 18 March 1787 |
| Author | Jackson, Henry (1747-1809) |
| Recipient | Knox, Henry |
| Document Type | Correspondence; Government document; Military document |
| Content Description | Discusses uniforms and informs Knox that "I intend my Regiment shall be the best Cloathed [sic] and as perfectly Uniform as any that has ever been in the American Army, or indeed any other Army - " Mentions that Colonel Hull has written to Knox regarding his rank (see GLC02437.03493) and calls him a "Charming fellow." Discusses problems of rank with his ensigns as they do not have an actual rank, but would like one. Feels he will be able to recruit the state quota with help from the government. Wants colors for his regiment, asks Knox for the device to make them so he can execute them. Mentions dining with John Hancock, who told of his proposed visit to New York City (see GLC02437.3491). Comments on the governor's upcoming election and that it looks like Hancock will win. |
| Subjects | Revolutionary War General Military History Military Uniforms Clothing and Accessories Recruitment Military Supplies Government and Civics Travel Election Politics |
| People | Jackson, Henry (1747-1809) Knox, Henry (1750-1806) |
| Place written | Boston, Massachusetts |
| Theme | Government & Politics |
| Sub-collection | The Henry Knox Papers |
| Copyright | The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History |
| Module | Settlement, Commerce, Revolution and Reform: 1493-1859 |