To George Washington from Henry Knox, 24 August 1781
Park of Artillery 24th August, 1781
Account of the Ordnance which will be attached to the American Army in the intended operations to the Southward.
Field Artillery | |||
2 | — | 12 pounders | |
6 | — | 6 prs | |
4 | — | 3 prs brass | |
3 | — | 5 1/2 inch howitzers brass |
The above with implements, carriages complete, and 200 rounds to each piece, with the proper quantity of small stores.
For a Siege | |||
Iron | |||
3 | — | 24 pounders | |
20 | — | 18 prs | |
Brass | |||
10 | — | 10 inch mortars | |
2 | — | 8 inch do | |
6 | — | 5 1/2 inch do | |
3 | — | 8 inch howitzers |
The above complete, with carriages, beds and implements—powder, shot, shells, fuses, tubes &ca sufficient for 500 rounds to each piece.
H. Knox Brigr Genl Artillery
DNA: RG 93—Manuscript File.