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| Field name | Value |
|---|---|
| Collection Reference Number | GLC02437.01701 |
| From Archive Folder | The Henry Knox Papers [0048] November 1782 |
| Title | William Knox to Henry Knox about his European travels |
| Date | 5 November 1782 |
| Author | Knox, William (1756-1795) |
| Recipient | Knox, Henry |
| Document Type | Correspondence |
| Content Description | Written by William to his brother Major General Henry Knox. Fears that Henry is worried about him as he has not written since he was in Rochefort (William spells it Rochfort), France. While there he sent some linen, epaulets, sweetmeats, and some other things for Lucy. Has been in ill health lately, which has caused some problems with his business plans. The plan involved a Mr. Soderstroom from Gothensburgh, Sweden, who was going to work with a Mr. Sears, a Mr. Smith, and himself. It fell through when William was not able to go to Sweden as Soderstroom wanted. Has not given up all hope though, as he might try to make the trip in the spring. Mentions some details of shipping goods to the United States. Says Henry will be surprised to learn that his expenses have been about £200. Signed twice by William, once at the close of the letter and again at the address. |
| Subjects | Revolutionary War France Global History and Civics Military Uniforms Textile Clothing and Accessories Diet and Nutrition Children and Family Health and Medical Commerce Merchants and Trade Travel Finance Sweden |
| Place written | Amsterdam, Netherlands |
| Theme | Merchants & Commerce; Women in American History |
| Sub-collection | The Henry Knox Papers |
| Copyright | The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History |
| Module | Settlement, Commerce, Revolution and Reform: 1493-1859 |
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