Alexander Hamilton Papers
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Queries Propounded by the Commander in Chief
Washington, as Commander in Chief of the Provisional Army, lists of a number of queries to be answered by the two Major Generals who are immediately subordinate to him,
Alexander Hamilton PapersQualifications of Colonel Tallmadge
Senator Tracy extols the qualifications of Colonel Tallmadge who he believes would be an ideal choice for the post of Adjutant General.
Alexander Hamilton PapersProper Characters for Officers, Etc.
Though he is not yet exercising the functions of his military office, Hamilton comments on the instructions for the Recruiting Service and the appointment of Colonel Ogden to command a Regiment.
Alexander Hamilton PapersProceedings of a Garrison Court Martial Held on Governors Island
The transcipt of the trials of two soldiers both of whom were found guilty.
Alexander Hamilton PapersPotential Officers of the Provisional Army
Hamilton assesses the credentials of several of the men who have been proposed for positions in the Provisional Army.
Alexander Hamilton PapersPained Reaction to Knox's Refusal, Etc.
Among other matters, Hamilton expresses dismay at General Knox's negative response to his subordination to Hamilton in the Provisional Army and voices his gratitude at Washington's continued support …
Alexander Hamilton PapersOrganizing the Provisional Army
McHenry discusses his plans for the organization of the provisional army and enlists Hamilton's assistance and that of General Knox.
Alexander Hamilton PapersOrganization & Leadership of the Provisional Army
Washington expresses his wishes regarding the leadership and organization of the provisional army. Of the three major generals immediately below Washington in the chain of command, Hamilton, as …
Alexander Hamilton PapersOffering Myself for a Staff Appointment
Because the climate of the Mississippi does not agree with him, Glen would like to return to the Atlantic states and offer himself for a position on Hamilton's staff.
Alexander Hamilton PapersObtaining My Son's Discharge
Dover enlists Livingston's assistance in obtaining his son's discharge from the War Department.
Alexander Hamilton PapersObservations on Arms, Accoutrments, & Clothing
Cushing provides his assessment of the current state of arms, clothing, and accoutrments. Though his knowledge of the cavalry is limited, he believes their clothing is generally as defective as that …
Alexander Hamilton PapersNotification of Philip Church's Appointment to Capt. of Infantry
Adams notified Hamilton that he met Hamilton's nephew, Philip Church in Philadelphia and New York. Being pleased with him, Adams appointed Church title Capt. of Infantry, per request of Hamilton.
Alexander Hamilton PapersNo Public Service Without Adequate Compensation
Hamilton expresses in the strongest terms his inability to serve as Inspector General without the compensation associated with that position.
Alexander Hamilton PapersMy Willingness to Serve
Should an emergency arise, Hamilton expresses his willingness to serve in an army under Washington's leadership so long as the service he renders is proportional to the sacrifice he would make.
Alexander Hamilton PapersMy Qualifications for Service
DeZeng presents his qualifications to serve in the provisional Army and offers to serve without emoluments.
Alexander Hamilton PapersMy Infinite Pleasure To Do You All the Service in My Power
While denigrating the abilities of the President of the United States and the Secretary of War, Gunn declares his availability to serve in the Provisional Army so long as he is not required to serve …
Alexander Hamilton PapersMy Ideas on the Subject of Your Letter
Along with an exteract explaining many of his thoughts on internal defense, Hamilton includes additional observations regarding the reduction of military forces, the efficacy of militias; defects in …
Alexander Hamilton PapersMy Ideas on Military Arrangements
Due to the current state of international affairs, especially the temporizing conduct of France, Hamilton advises against any immediate augmentation of the Army. Still, he lists a number of steps that …
Alexander Hamilton PapersList of Nominations & Sundry Military Affairs
McHenry notes that the President has not commented on his list of nominations of officers for the Additional Army. He has finished his report to the President on American military affairs and awaits …
Alexander Hamilton PapersLetter of Recommendation in My Favor
Smith informs Hamilton that he will be presented with a letter of recommendation from Judge Wickham of Grange County. Smith is currently indisposed but will provide additional letters of …
Alexander Hamilton PapersLe Projet Ques Vous M'avez Demande.
DuPortail prend la liberte de recommender a Hamilton le revision.
Alexander Hamilton PapersInspectorship of Artillery, Etc.
Hamilton provides an enthusiastic recommendation of Lewis Tousard for the position of Inspector of Artillery.
Alexander Hamilton PapersImportant Matters for Consideration
Washington encloses a letter from the Secretary of War listing a number of matters that deserve consideration in addition to a list of Washington's own queries relative to the organization and …
Alexander Hamilton PapersI Will Not Hold the Position on the Plan Proposed
Hamilton assures McHenry that he will not hold the commission on the proposed plan and will say so when given the opportunity.
Alexander Hamilton Papers
