Question 1

Who was Henry Knox?

Accepted Answer

Henry Knox was a general of the Continental Army during the American Revolution. He served as chief artillery officer during the war, and went on to serve as first Secretary of War of the United States from 1789 to 1794, under Washington's presidency.

Question 2

What did Henry Knox do during the Boston Massacre?

Accepted Answer

In the moments before the Boston Massacre, Henry Knox pleaded with the British soldiers to return peacefully to their quarters. He would later testify as a witness at the soldiers' trials.

Question 3

How many cannons did Henry Knox bring to Boston?

Accepted Answer

Henry Knox transported 58 artillery pieces 300 miles from Fort Ticonderoga in upstate New York to Boston Massachusetts; he accomplished this mainly using sleds pulled by rented horses.

Question 4

What happened to Henry Knox after the Revolutionary War?

Accepted Answer

After the Revolutionary War, Henry Knox served as Secretary of War under the Articles of Confederation from 1785 until 1789. When George Washington was elected president, Knox was selected as the first Secretary of War under the new constitution and served from 1789 until his retirement in 1794.

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