James McHenry
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Views on Protection of Commerce and Defense of Territory, with Cost Estimates
McHenry advises Congress on measures necessary to assert and defend U.S. rights against the encroachments of European powers. Lists these measures, including expansion of Navy and Army, increased …
Clairborne (JFH) CollectionVessel to be built at Detroit and orders for forwarding of clothing to troops at Northwestern Posts
McHenry discusses plans for United States vessel to be built during winter at Detroit and orders for forwarding of clothing to garrisoned troops at Northwestern Posts
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Unlawful Aggression Against Judge Campbell
The President has been informed of an aggression against Judge Campbell in violation of the laws by Lieutenant Colonel Butler, commander of U. S. troops in Tennessee. An investigation of this incident …
Timothy Pickering PapersTwo Tents and a Rifle for the Indian Chiefs
"Pleased to deliver [to] Colonel Mentges for the Indian chiefs in this city two common tents [and] one rifle complete."
Subject File of the Naval Records CollectionTwo Dollars Per Recruit
It should be understood that two dollars is allowed by law to the officer for each recruit he enlists. This should be sufficient to cover all expenses of the enlistment and if he needs barracks or …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Trial of Murderers and Pay of Militia
Expressed importance of apprehending murderers of Creek Indians and Commissioner. Pay of militia to be deposited into the Branch Bank of Charleston.
File I, Creeks; Rg 4-2-46; 1543-02, Box76Treaty with the Cherokee Nation of Indians
McHenry discusses the proposed negotiations with the Cherokee Nation of Indians respecting the purchase of a tract of land from them and the return of certain citizens to the land from which they have …
Timothy Pickering PapersTransmits Correspondence with Mr. Ridgley
Transmits letter from Mr. Ridgley of Hampton, near Baltimore, one of the wealthiest men in the state. Refers to a previous encounter without a response.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Transferring Troops from the Islands to West Point
Because of the inconvenience of adding new barracks to Bedlows Island and Oyster Island, McHenry suggests re-locating the troops on these islands to West Point pending the construction of permanent …
Alexander Hamilton PapersTraining Byers' Replacement, Etc.
McHenry expresses regret over Byers' intention to retire. He discusses the training that will be required for Byers' replacement. The inventory of effects must be taken in his presence and sworn to …
Letters Sent by the Secretary of War Relative to Indian Tribes (Letters and Instructions to the Factors of the Indian Trading Houses From TheirThree Pound Shot to Prove Howitzers
Harris is asked to deliver twelve three-pound shot to prove howitzers for the Frigate "Constellation" to Captain Thomas Truxton.
Subject File of the Naval Records CollectionThree Pound Howitzers for Captain Truxton
Harris is directed to deliver ten brass three-ton howitzers to Captain Truxton.
Orders to Deliver Naval Ordinance (Correspondence on Arming and Equipping Early Frigates and Ships of War When Navy Was Under War Department), MayThe Value of the Worst of the Old Muskets
Harris is asked to deliver seven hundred of the worst of the old muskets now in store to the Secretary of the Navy so that they can be valued by Mr. Nicholson and charged to Tench Francis, Purveyor.
Subject File of the Naval Records CollectionThe Sun Begins to Shine
McHenry informs Hamilton that he has received the President's letter with the commissions for the three generals.
Alexander Hamilton PapersThe People Appear to be Losing Their Dread of War
Generals Washington, Pinckney, and Hamilton are in Philadelphia to form a good selection of officers for the new army and assist in the arrangements connected with it. McHenry refuses to disguise …
William Loughton Smith PapersThanking Pinckney for Accepting Commission; Relative Rank of Major Generals
Thanks Pinckney for his faithful acceptance of a commission as major-general, and confirms that the relative rank of the three major generals is: Hamilton, Pinckney, Knox. Asks to see Pinckney soon, …
John Adams PapersTables & Benches for the Naval Office
Harris is directed to deliver to Josiah Fox pine tables and benches for the use of the Naval Office.
Orders to Deliver Naval Ordinance (Correspondence on Arming and Equipping Early Frigates and Ships of War When Navy Was Under War Department), MaySuspension of Settlement
Order that suspended the settlement of Capt. Miller's personal accounts until the Secretary of War can determine if sums equal to the bounty due Maj. Cushing and Col. Mentges men should be deducted …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Supplies for Provisional Army
Orders to deliver swords and pistols for troops of Provisional Army.
Correspondence, Reports, Returns, Bills, Accounts Current' Statements, Receipts, Vouchers and Contracts of Philadelphia Supply Agencies (Coxe AndSupplies for Capt. Brock's Company
Transmit to Baltimore for the use of Capt. James Brock's Company of Artillerists and Engineers the following: six hats, six vests, twelve pair of woolen overalls, twelve pair of socks, twelve pair of …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Supplies for a detachment marching toward Pittsburgh
Directs the sum of two hundred dollars to Miller for expenses for the detachment under his command to Pittsburgh. Notes that he will also receive supplies in Carlisle.
James McHenry PapersSuit of Sergeant's Clothing to Lieutenant McRea
Harris is directed to deliver one complete suit of sergeant's clothes to Lieutenant McRea for the use of the Marines on board the frigate 'United States."
Orders to Deliver Naval Ordinance (Correspondence on Arming and Equipping Early Frigates and Ships of War When Navy Was Under War Department), May
