Jonathan Trumbull, Jr. Papers, US Government Letters 1778-1809
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Request for Appointment as Major in Provisional Army
Huntington writes of his desire to be appointed a major in the infantry regiments recently sanctioned by Congress [the provisional army], citing his knowledge that pay is supposed to begin upon …
Jonathan Trumbull, Jr. Papers, US Government Letters 1778-1809Recommendation of Connecticut Man as Major in Provisional Army
Recommends a young man from Norwich, Connecticut, James Huntington, as a major in the provisional army, citing his good upbringing, education, character, and experience in the local militia. Also …
Jonathan Trumbull, Jr. Papers, US Government Letters 1778-1809Acknowledged Receipt of New London Land Deeds for Forts; Importance of New London's Defense
Acknowledges receipt of the deeds of cession for two parcels of land on which to build forts protecting the harbor of New London, Connecticut. Affirms the importance of the defense of this harbor, …
Jonathan Trumbull, Jr. Papers, US Government Letters 1778-1809Rejection of Officer Application Due to Age Requirement & Lack of Vacancies
Acknowledges receipt of Trumbull's recommendation for William Roberts to be appointed to the U.S. Navy; admits that Roberts seems to be a fine candidate, but that he cannot be appointed to either of …
Jonathan Trumbull, Jr. Papers, US Government Letters 1778-1809Recommendation for Officer Appointment to U.S. Navy
Recommends William Roberts as a candidate for appointment in the U.S. Navy, based on his good character and education. Roberts asks for a position as either a Marine lieutenant or a midshipman; …
Jonathan Trumbull, Jr. Papers, US Government Letters 1778-1809
