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.

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