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Appointment of Robert Hamilton as a Lieutenant in the Navy
| Date | October 20, 1798 |
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| Author Name | Alexander Hamilton (primary) Location: New York |
| Recipient Name | Benjamin Stoddert (primary) |
| Summary | Alexander Hamilton has received notification from Mr. Goldsborough informing Captain Robert Hamilton of his appointment as a Lieutenant in the Navy. He thanks Stoddert for his efforts on Captain Hamilton's behalf and reports that Robert is currently absent due to a journey to Albany. When he returns he will be ready to obey the orders of the department. If his ship is not ready, he wishes to be a volunteer on another ship so he can acquaint himself with the management of a ship of war. |
| Document Format | Autograph Letter Signed |
| Document Notes | [not available] |
| Content Notes | [not available] |
| Related Persons/Groups | Benjamin Stoddert, Secretary of the Navy; Alexander Hamilton; Robert Hamilton; |
| Related Places | New York; |
| Keywords | Vessel; Frigate; |
| Key Phrases | [not available] |
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