William Smith to Henry Knox Asking for His Brother's Commission, 21 December 1794

William Smith to Henry Knox Asking for His Brother's Commission, 21 December 1794
Author: William Smith
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Total Pages: 0
Release: 1794
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Discusses the total destruction of his father's property that took place during the war (possibly the Revolutionary War). Notes the entire family looks to him for support. Comments he is determined to bear the pressure & the flight like a man. Mentions his brother, Colonel John Smith, will be leaving for Europe on Wednesday. Asks Knox to send his brother's commission, which he was entitled to before his resignation from the service, to them. Notes the commission will be used as a passport and voucher of his brother's citizenship. Free stamped on address leaf with no signature.