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| Field name | Value |
|---|---|
| Collection Reference Number | GLC02437.05451 |
| From Archive Folder | The Henry Knox Papers [0109] May 1792 |
| Title | Otho Holland Williams to Henry Knox expressing his desire not to be offered an army command |
| Date | 6 May 1792 |
| Author | Williams, Otho Holland (1749-1794) |
| Recipient | Knox, Henry |
| Document Type | Correspondence; Military document |
| Content Description | Thanks him for his letter, and is flattered to learn that Knox believes the President thinks highly of him. However, does not think he can accept a command in the army at this time. Cites his ill health and his desire to remain with his family. Asks that he not have to officially decline the offer, under the present circumstances, and hopes to be able to serve his country again under different circumstances. Marked "private." |
| Subjects | Revolutionary War General Military History President Government and Civics Health and Medical Children and Family |
| People | Knox, Henry (1750-1806) Williams, Otho Holland (1749-1794) Washington, George (1732-1799) |
| Place written | Baltimore, Maryland |
| Theme | Government & Politics; The Presidency; Health & Medicine |
| Sub-collection | The Henry Knox Papers |
| Copyright | The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History |
| Module | Settlement, Commerce, Revolution and Reform: 1493-1859 |