Charles Lee
12 documents
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Charges Against General Wayne
Attorney General Lee writes to McHenry regarding his opinion of a court martial for General Wayne, based on charges brought forth by General Wilkinson. He discusses that the President, as Commander in …
James McHenry Papers -
Attachment of Pay for a Discharged Soldier
The attorney general is writing to McHenry with regard to a case of a soldier who used his pay arrearage as a guarantee. Lee is attempting to clarifying what the paymaster's responsibilities are in …
James McHenry Papers -
Act of Congress Authorized Additional Pay of Wayne and De Butts
Attorney General authorized the additional payment of all who hold treaties with Indians and for commissioners who assist. Excerpt from Act attached.
Anthony Wayne Papers -
Status of Major Cushing
Attorney General Lee asserts that if Major Cushing is a field officer in the line, he cannot lawfully hold the office of Brigade Major or Inspector, but if he can hold one of these offices, he can …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94) -
State of Foreign Negotiations
Refers to ongoing foreign treaty negotiations and forms of government.
John Adams Papers -
On Yellow Fever in Philadelphia, and the Suitability of That Place for Congress
Informs Adams about the chances of yellow fever in the city of Philadelphia, claiming that the onset of winter will stop the sickness; reminds Adams of his authority to recommend a change in …
John Adams Papers -
Land Claims
Cited original land charter of Virginia and the state is not obliged to assist John Nelson with his bounty claim who currently resides on Indian land.
Frederick M. Dearborn Collection -
Discussion of Chickosaw Treaties, Surrender of Indian Land
Refers to Indian land negotiations over lumber and river access. Discussion of subject rights and protections. Mentions treaty with Chickasaws. Refers to Indians surrendering rights to land.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543 -
Legal Appointment to Rank
Lee has reviewed congressional documents and is of the opinion that only a Captain or Subaltern of the line can be appointed a Brigade Major or Inspector. Those offices can, however, be held …
Henry Knox Papers. -
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Captain Vance court martial discussed and the supposed threats of personal punishment of Vance by W. Simmons. Civil and military court rules described.
Frederick M. Dearborn Collection -
Discussion of Belligerent and Neutral Ships; Relations with Great Britain
Responds to the British Minister to the Secretary of State. Refers specifically to the British vessels--brigantine Experience, ship Lucy, and brigantine Fair Columbian, and to the British sailors and …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543
