Alexander Hamilton Papers
362 documents
Act for Better Organizing the Army
Hamilton encloses a copy of the Act for better organizing the Army of the United States which should provide Rice with the information he needs.
Alexander Hamilton PapersA Preference for Natives in the Military Service
McHenry makes the case for recruiting only those foreigners of the highest moral character. The preference is for native Americans who have an innate attachment to the United States.
Alexander Hamilton PapersA Man of Much Honor & Integrity
Carroll reaffirms his recommendation of the Count de Moelien, a man of honor, integrity, and good sense.
Alexander Hamilton PapersA Gloomy Prospect for Those Who Perform the Principal Parts in the Drama
Washington worries that the time for attracting the most promising recruits may have passed and that only the riff-raff are left to man the twelve regiments that need to be formed to face the threat …
Alexander Hamilton PapersA Fair and Disinterested Candidate
MacKay laments the absense of his name from the lists of military appointments, probably due to his birth in a foreign country. He wants Hamilton to know that he is still available for service.
Alexander Hamilton PapersA Decision in the Case of Captain Vance
Hamilton notifies Hare of his decision regarding the case of Capt. Vance [relative to his confrontation with William Simmons].
Alexander Hamilton Papers"Sincere Friendship Between Nations"
Wilkinson encloses a confidential extract by Governor Gayoso of Louisiana who expresses his approval of the state of accord existing between his nation and the United States.
Alexander Hamilton PapersOrder to Provide Information on Clothing Supply
Enclosed letter from Wilkinson regarding clothing supply, Hamilton ordered information to be passed along to Wilkinson without delay.
Alexander Hamilton PapersInformation on Requisition of Clothing
Extract of letter to Wilkinson regarding delay in acquiring clothing for his troops. Hamilton remarks on delay as unpleasant.
Alexander Hamilton PapersArmy Supplies, Quarters, and Pay
Routine instructions and correspondence concerning Army supplies, quarters, and pay.
Alexander Hamilton PapersRecommendations for the Position of Aide de Camp
Carroll recommends the Comte De Moelien to be one of Hamilton's aides de camp and encloses two testimonials.
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