Henry Knox to Lucy Knox Discussing the War and Need for a Standing Army, 5 September 1776
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| Author | : Henry Knox |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 1776 |
| ISBN-10 | : OCLC:1406055339 |
| ISBN-13 | : |
| Rating | : 4/5 (39 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Henry Knox to Lucy Knox Discussing the War and Need for a Standing Army, 5 September 1776 by : Henry Knox
Book excerpt: Praises his wife. Discusses the war, claiming it will reveal cowardice treachery ingratitude. His is optimistic about the Continental Army's position in New York. He is in good spirits. Denounces the Continental Congress for not funding the army properly, arguing that a few minor defeats will benefit the revolution by forcing them to alter their administration of the war. He wants there to be a standing army. Argues that the militia spreads panic. Looks forward to conjugal bliss with Lucy at the end of the war.
