Alexander Hamilton Papers
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Discusses Appointments, Power to Appoint by the President
States belief that the President has no authority to appoint officers to the battalions.
Alexander Hamilton PapersDischarging John Thompson at Mr. Dover's Request
Simmons explains the procedure for discharging a soldier.
Alexander Hamilton PapersDischarge of Joseph Kneeland
McHenry encloses the letter from James Steel in which he seeks the discharge of Joseph Kneeland.
Alexander Hamilton PapersDisbursing Money to Procure Quarters, Transportation, Etc. for Recruits
Hamilton discusses the complications involved in the disbursement of money for the procurement of quarters, transportation, and other essentials for the recruits.
Alexander Hamilton PapersDesignated Rendezvouses for the Distribution of Clothing & Equipage
Hamilton designates a location within each northeastern state that will serve as the regimental rendezvous for the purpose of distributing clothing and equipage.
Alexander Hamilton PapersDeployment of the Galley "Senator Ross"
Hamilton is asked about the deployment of the Galley "Senator Ross", recently built at Pittsburgh.
Alexander Hamilton PapersDefense of New York and the Neighboring Islands
Stevens provides his suggestions for bolstering the defense of New York City and the neighboring islands.
Alexander Hamilton PapersCrimes & Punishment
Littlefield discusses several instances when his soldiers have been caught and subjected to court martial or summary punishment.
Alexander Hamilton PapersCorrespondence from General Wilkinson & Others
In order to keep track of current military affairs, McHenry asks Hamilton to forward to him letters from General Wilkinson and any others that may be important.
Alexander Hamilton PapersContracting for the Rations of the Troops in Connecticut
McHenry discusses in detail the kinds of rations, and amounts thereof, needed for the troops located in sundry rendezvous throughout Connecticut. Negotiations with contractors should proceed with the …
Alexander Hamilton PapersContiguous Garrisons of Artillery
McHenry transmits General Washington's proposal regarding the disposition of existing regiments of Artillerists and Engineers in such a manner that companies of artillery belonging to the same …
Alexander Hamilton PapersConsider Yourself Under Arrest
McHenry advises Captain Vance that William Simmons will press charges against him for grossly insulting him while he was performing the duties of his office. Vance is to remain in Philadelphia and, …
Alexander Hamilton PapersCompensation for Mr. Mangin & Myself
Along with a reference to settling with Mr. Mangin for his services, Stevens specifies the manner in which he wants to be compensated.
Alexander Hamilton PapersComparing Cavalry Systems
Hamilton instructs Walbach, a native German, to study the cavalry systems of Prussia, France and Great Britain in order to assess which would be the best for use by the United States.
Alexander Hamilton PapersCommencement of Pay & Emoluments
McHenry informs Hamilton that his pay and emoluments as Inspector General began on the first day of November, 1798.
Alexander Hamilton PapersCommencement of Pay & Emoluments
McHenry assures Hamilton that his pay and emoluments will commence immediately. Therefore, he is to proceed with his duties including the development of a system of tactics and discipline and …
Alexander Hamilton PapersCocked Hats
General Washington recommends the use of cocked hats and Hamilton discusses the benefits of doing so.
Alexander Hamilton PapersClear Comprehensive View of the Systems Which Prevail, Etc.
Wilkinson plans soon to make the long journey to Philadelphia to provide Hamilton with a firsthand account of the situation on the western frontier.
Alexander Hamilton PapersClarifying the Superintendance of General Wilkinson's Brigade, Etc.
Washington advises that all of General Wilkinson's brigade should be under Hamilton's command so as to avoid inconvenience and confusion in the chain of command. He fears that the best time for …
Alexander Hamilton PapersCIRCULAR: Request for Reports and Returns
McHenry notified Hamilton that all future communications regarding his troops were to be addressed to McHenry.
Alexander Hamilton PapersCircular to the Commandants of Regiments
Hamilton issues his orders to the Regimental Commandants as to the organization of the States into military districts and sub-districts and the concomitant assignment of officers.
Alexander Hamilton PapersCheaper Gun Carriages
Boyd assures Hamilton that he could arrange for the production of gun carraiges for the vessels under construction at a cheaper rate than is currently being paid.
Alexander Hamilton PapersCharges Against Major Rivardi, Etc.
In addition to enclosing the charges against Major Rivardi by fellow officers, McHenry stresses the importance of continuing to work with the current contractor until a new contract can be arranged …
Alexander Hamilton PapersCharges Against Major Rivardi
Capt. Bruff lists and explains his grievances against Major Rivardi which he promises to substantiate.
Alexander Hamilton PapersCarry Out the Sentences of the General Court Martial
Hamilton is asked to carry out the several sentences contained in the proceedings of the General Court Martial.
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