John Jacob Rivardi

76 documents

Inquiry on the whereabouts of overdue articles shipped to Niagara
05/30/1799 Document Signed
Rivardi acknowledges receipt of invoice of medicines. Although many boats have passed, he hears nothing yet of these articles. Has transmitted surplus of clothing. Discusses package lost, perhaps on …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
I am as anxious as any officer to discharge the duties of my station...
07/25/1799 Autograph Letter Signed
Rivardi reports at great length from Niagara and educates Hamilton on the use of Artillery and Engineers. He is grateful that a Court of Inquiry will investigate the charges brought against him by …
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Fitness of Captl Laughton for Managing a Vessel
12/12/1799 Autograph Letter Signed
Rivardi expresses his opinion that he considers Capt. Laughton too old and infirm for the fatiguing management of a vessel on the lakes.
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Extra Pay for Extra Work, Etc.
08/08/1799 Autograph Letter Signed
Rivardi again requests extra pay for soldiers doing extra work. Reports that he has hired a boat "to remove the garrison of Oswego." States that "Several of our men are unwell." Discusses the repair …
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Different Wants of This Garrison
09/05/1799 Autograph Letter Signed
"...I hope Captain Thompson will by the time this letter comes to hand, have the honor of seeing you and, as I requested him, to lay the differnt wants of this garrison &a before you."
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Court of Inquiry & Want of a Surgeon
10/17/1799 Autograph Letter Signed
Rivard discusses the court of inquiry's investigation into the conflict between himself and Captain Bruff. He complains of the lack of a surgeon although the sick have been attended by British …
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Cited Document
08/08/1799 Cited letter or document
Cited letter or document; cited in Simmons to Riviardi, 08/28/1799.
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09/06/1799 Cited letter or document
Cited in Simmons to Swan, 09/25/1799; cited in Simmons to Riviardi, 09/25/1799.
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07/11/1799 Cited letter or document
Cited in Simmons to Rivardi, 07/31/1799.
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06/12/1799 Cited letter or document
Cited in Simmons to Rivardi, 07/11/1799.
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Answering the Charges Brought Against Me
02/21/1799 Autograph Letter Signed
Rivardi responds in detail to Capt. Bruff's charges against him.
Alexander Hamilton Papers
Answering the Charges Against Me
03/21/1799 Autograph Letter Signed
In exhaustive detail, Major Rivardi answers the charges against him by Captain Bruff and laments the hardships and ill health he and his family have endured in the service of the United States.
Alexander Hamilton Papers
[Untitled]
03/04/1799
Printed Version only. Enclosed in McHenry to Hamilton, 04/01/1799
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[Extract] Regarding Extra Pay
05/02/1799 Extract of Letter
Letter from Simmons made Rivardi uneasy. Rivardi stated claim for extra pay is for obtaining fuel and timber for repairs. He also mentioned extra money was required due to Doctor Coffin's services.
James McHenry Papers.
[Extract of a Letter from Major Rivardi] Regarding Extra Pay
04/28/1799 Extract of Letter
Dispute over extra pay awarded soldiers in Detroit. Rivardi quoted multiple documents by several authors supporting his claim for extra pay, disproving Simmons verdict of "inadmissible" on Rivardi's …
James McHenry Papers.
Visit of the Duke of Kent and Gen. Hunter, Etc.
06/20/1800 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Rivardi says that there is little possibility of a visit from the Duke of Kent but General Hunter may visit without giving notice in which case he will be received with proper courtesy. Rivardi …
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Stealing of Tuscorora Horses
05/01/1800 Autograph Letter Signed
The Tuscororas have complained of whites stealing their horses. Rivardi has concluded that their claims are justified but Mr. Chapin will not provide compensation without proof that the deed was in …
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Requests Relief from His Post, Etc.
02/06/1800 Autograph Letter Signed
Rivardi again requests that he be relieved and sent to West Point because of his health and his inability to afford the expenses of the command at Fort Niagara.
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Recommending Individuals for Army and Navy Appointments, Etc.
03/08/1800 Autograph Letter Signed
Routine correspondence recommending individuals for Army and Navy appointments and routine instructions and correspondence concerning Army supplies, quarters, and pay.
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Letter from the Engineer of Fortifications
02/21/1800 Document
Letter from John Jacob Rivardi, temporary engineer of fortifications, to Major General Alexander Hamilton. Image not available.
Listed in Syrett's Appendicies
Killing of Indian Horses
05/08/1800 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Rivardi reports that his investigation has uncovered evidence that a discharged soldier was guilty of killing Indian horses and the Tuscaroras who were present at the inquiries seemed pleased with the …
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Honors Paid to British Visitors
05/15/1800 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Rivardi requests Hamilton's guidance in honoring General Peter Hunter, commander of the British forces in Canada, and the Duke of Kent, son of George III, upon their visit to the garrison at Niagara.
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Courts-Martial and Infractions of Military Discipline, Etc.
03/06/1800 Autograph Letter Signed
Routine correspondence concerning courts-martial and infractions of military discipline; routine instructions and correspondence concerning the organization of individual regiments; routine …
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01/06/1800 Cited letter or document
Cited in Simmons to Rivardi, 02/03/1800.
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Army Supplies, Quarters, and Pay
03/25/1800 Autograph Letter Signed
Routine instructions and correspondence concerning Army supplies, quarters, and pay.
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