James McHenry
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Chickasaw chief's response to white encroachment
Transcribes a discussion between a Chickasaw chief and American. The chief insists that his people are aware that whites will stop at nothing to take their lands and reminds the American that they …
James McHenry PapersCertification of the Discharge of Serjeant Thomas Fream
Certification of the discharge of Thomas Fream, Serjeant in Captain Spahm's Company of the 3rd sub Legion of United States as confirmed by C. Brown, John W. Scott, and R. Allison. Fream discharged …
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Certification of Allowance for Wounded Veteran Andrew Lewis
Refers to pursuance of Indians and wounds received. Dr. Robert Brownfield certifies that Andrew Lewis's loss of his right arm prevents him from labor or earning a living. Refers to congressional act …
Charles Simms Papers, Mm82040089.Certificate of monies for the Indian frontier
McHenry certifies that he has received $1320 to be applied for the promotion of United States' interests on the Indian frontier
James McHenry PapersCannon, Muskets, & Pistol Powder for the "Constellation"
Hodgdon is directed to have shipped on board the "Mount Vernon" bound for Baltimore the following articles for the frigate "Constellation" addressed to Sands & Sterret in that city: ninety barrels of …
Orders to Deliver Naval Ordinance (Correspondence on Arming and Equipping Early Frigates and Ships of War When Navy Was Under War Department), MayCannon to be Transported to Tennessee
Two brass six-pounders, one three-pounder, and one five-and-a- half-inch howitzer should be forwarded to Tennessee complete for service. Except for the powder which may be furnished at Knoxville, …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Cannon Ball and Shells for the Dey of Algiers
Harris is ordered to deliver to Tench Francis, the Purveyor, as many of the cannon balls and shells as Francis thinks will be needed to supply the Dey of Algiers.
Subject File of the Naval Records CollectionBoundary Between the Cherokees and the U.S.
McHenry wants Hawkins and Pickens to examine the enclosed paper from William Blount relative to the boundary line between the Cherokees and the U.S. If the principles contained therein would more …
Washington and His Cabinet Folder.Boston Canvass to Mr. Dowers
Harris is ordered to deliver all of the Boston canvass to Mr. Dowers.
Orders to Deliver Naval Ordinance (Correspondence on Arming and Equipping Early Frigates and Ships of War When Navy Was Under War Department), MayBlunderbusses for the Frigates
Harris is to deliver to Mr. Francis five stocks, seven corks, and six sets of mounting to complete the blunderbusses for the frigates.
Subject File of the Naval Records CollectionBindings for the Frigate United States
Harris is asked to deliver to Mr. Dowers, the sailmaker, two and a quarter gross, or nine pieces scarlet binding for binding the awnings of the frigate "United States."
Subject File of the Naval Records CollectionBindings for the Frigate "United States"
Harris is asked to deliver to Mr. Dowers, the sailmaker, two and a quarter gross, or nine pieces scarlet, quality bindings for binding the awnings of the frigate "United States."
Subject File of the Naval Records CollectionAuthorization to muster troops
The Secretary at War authorizes Ensign Boote to muster the troops. Encloses blank muster rolls.
William Rowland Boote PapersAuthorization to Employ a Blacksmith for Rochefontaine
Copy of letter from Sec. of War authorizing the employment of a blacksmith for Col. Rochefontaine. Hughes account required authorization for reimbursement.
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Articles Wanting Repairs
Harris is directed to deliver to the Purveyor of the Naval Service, Tench Francis, the following articles needing repairs: blunderbusses, blades or spears for boarding pikes, and cutlasses.
Orders to Deliver Naval Ordinance (Correspondence on Arming and Equipping Early Frigates and Ships of War When Navy Was Under War Department), MayArticles Wanted for the Sloop "Detroit"
The Quartermaster General has appointed Hodgdon his agent in Philadelphia. Enclosed is a list of the articles wanted for the sloop "Detroit" that should be forwarded to Detroit as soon as possible.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Articles Wanted for Frigates
McHenry asks Harris to furnish the Purveyor with the listed articles.
Subject File of the Naval Records CollectionArticles to Complete the Pistols for the Three Frigates
Harris is directed to furnish the Purveyor with the following to complete the fabrication of the 200 pistols for the frigate "United States": pistol barrels, pistol stocks, pistol mounting, pistol …
Orders to Deliver Naval Ordinance (Correspondence on Arming and Equipping Early Frigates and Ships of War When Navy Was Under War Department), MayArticles to Complete the Blunderbusses for the Frigates
To complete the blunderbusses for the frigates, Harris is directed to deliver to Tench Francis the following: five stocks, seven [?], six sets of mounting.
Orders to Deliver Naval Ordinance (Correspondence on Arming and Equipping Early Frigates and Ships of War When Navy Was Under War Department), MayArticles to be Manufactured into Muskets for the Marines
Harris is directed to furnish the Purveyor Tench Francis with the following articles needed to manufacture 180 muskets for the Marines: musket barrels, musket stocks, sets of mounting, musket locks, …
Orders to Deliver Naval Ordinance (Correspondence on Arming and Equipping Early Frigates and Ships of War When Navy Was Under War Department), MayArticles Needed to Sheath the Bottom of the "United States"
Harris is directed to deliver sheet copper, cloth, and nails to the purveyor Tench Francis. These articles will occasionally be required for sheathing the bottom of the frigate "United States."
Subject File of the Naval Records CollectionArticles Needed for Proving the Cannon
Harris is asked to deliver to Mr. Hodgdon for transportation to Cecil Furnace, Maryland a list of articles from the military stores that are needed for proving the cannon being cast for the United …
Orders to Deliver Naval Ordinance (Correspondence on Arming and Equipping Early Frigates and Ships of War When Navy Was Under War Department), MayArticles for the Frigate "United States"
Harris is directed to deliver to Mr. Scott, Clerk of the Navy Yard, the following articles intended for the frigate "United States": 9 and 18 thread ratline, 4 &1/2 inch rope, 3 yarn spun yarn, …
Orders to Deliver Naval Ordinance (Correspondence on Arming and Equipping Early Frigates and Ships of War When Navy Was Under War Department), May
