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Relative Rank of Officers in the Provisional Army
Hamilton says that, if indispensable, he is willing to inhabit a lower rank than Knox but is not amenable to the same situation in relation to Pinckney. He is unwilling to occupy a lower rank to every …
Alexander Hamilton PapersRelative Rank of Major Generals, Knox's Pecuniary Situation, Etc.
Wolcott refers to the fact that the three Major Generals for the Provisional Army were appointed the same day although it is clear that Hamilton was intended to be the first Major General. He believes …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.Relative Qualifications of Major Generals, Etc.
Presents the case for his superior qualifications in relation to General Pinckney and warns Washington of the insufficiency of McHenry in the post of Secretary of War.
Alexander Hamilton PapersRelations between War and Treasury Departments
Requests additional infantry. Lists several [illegible] figures with the Treasury.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Reimbursing General Washington
McHenry cites a letter from General Washington in which he points out that the pay and emoluments intended to reimburse him for the expenses related to his recent journey from Mt. Vernon to …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Regarding Volunteer Company's Correspondence & the Appointment of a Military Chaplain
Adams forwards correspondence from a volunteer company at Portland; he also inquires as to whether he is empowered to appoint a chaplain to the troops, and sends Mrs. Adams' thanks to Mrs. McHenry for …
John Adams PapersRegarding Treaty Negotiations with the Cherokee
Refers to the cessation of treaty negotiations with the Cherokee, which took place in July 1798. Peace in Tennessee said to be contingent upon these negotiations' success. Discusses the various …
John Adams PapersRegarding the Supplying & Armament of the Man of War Ganges
Notes that additional nine-pounders are being purchased for the ship Ganges, and asks Humphreys' advice on carriages for them; also notes that he has had the purveyor, Mr. Francis, obtain other …
Joshua Humphreys CorrespondenceRegarding the Release of Correspondence With U.S. Ministers in France to Congress, & a Declaration of War with France
The Secretary at War responds to questions asked by the President. This letter discusses disclosing to Congress the official correspondence with U.S. ministers in France. McHenry discusses the pros …
John Adams PapersRegarding Mr. Dandridge
The U.S. Minister to the Netherlands writes the Secretary of War concerning one Mr. Dandridge, who is desirous of coming to America.
William Vans MurrayRegarding Military Stores Sent to Georgia, Major Brooks Affair, and Merits & Use of Foreign-Born Engineers Vs. Natives
Comments that it seems hard to please the governor of Georgia. Notes that substantial shipments of cannon, arms & ammunition have been sent to Savannah. McHenry has had them stockpiled there to be …
John Adams PapersRegarding Issue of Relative Rank Between Washington, Knox, Pinckney & Hamilton
Weighs the idea of presenting the names of the general officers of the army (Washington, Knox, Pinckney, and Hamilton) to Congress, specifically the idea of changing their relative order of rank. …
John Adams PapersRegarding General Washington, Ranking of General Officers, & Readiness of New England to Provide Troops
Asks that McHenry inform George Washington that he is considered fully in the public service, may appoint aides and secretaries as he sees fit, and may draw upon pay and rations. Asks that General …
John Adams PapersRegarding Funds for Navy Department & Frigate Constitution, Coppering of Frigates
Letter, discusses funds for frigate Constitution; asks for list of funds owed for Naval department; mentions coppering Frigates.
Josiah Fox PapersRegarding Errors on Vouchers for Pay of Troops
Habersham explains in part the reasons for the errors on the pay vouchers. Habersham had remitted payment to McCall in October 1797 and charged the same to Major Freeman. Freeman is in Savannah and …
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Refers to the Perfidious Nature of Congress
Refers to the perfidious nature of Congress.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Refers to Disbursement of Rations
Mentions clothing for disbursement. Refers to the Secretary of the Treasury for instruction on rations.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Recruiting Service Accounts
Monies advanced to the Commandants of the Districts for the Recruiting Service are to be settled according to regulations. Maj. Daniel Jackson, Commandant of the District including Massachusetts and …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Recruiting Concluded, Receipt Rolls Included
Recruiting at post concluded, current recruits paid and remanded to Capt. Frye. All troops paid excepting Sergent Welton who was discharged. Hale to take a leave of absence from New York for …
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Recommends Thomas Robinson to Command a Navy Vessel
Robinson had offered his sentiments to the Secretary of War regarding the appointment of Captain Thomas Robinson to command one of the armed ships of the United States but since Stoddert is Chief of …
Subject File of the Naval Records CollectionRecommends McRea for a Lieutenancy in the Navy
John McRea wishes to be appointed a lieutenant in the Navy of the United States. Simms recommends McRea as a young man with a liberal education, good talents, and respectable character. McRea is …
Subject File of the Naval Records CollectionRecommends Henry Wells as Surgeon's Mate
Littlejohn calls attention to Henry Wells who wishes an appointment as a Surgeon's Mate on one of the armed vessels of the United States now fitting for sea. Wells formerly lived with Coale & Buchanan …
Subject File of the Naval Records CollectionRecommends Hanson Catlett as Surgeon's Mate
Hanson Catlett is a gentleman who has been educated in the medical line and seeks a position in the army or navy. Since he is very young he is willing to serve as a surgeon's mate. Lee stresses the …
Subject File of the Naval Records CollectionRecommends Fishbourne Wharton as a Clerk
Wolcott recommends Fishbourne Wharton as a clerk or secretary to a general officer. Wharton comes from a respectable Quaker family. He lists Wharton's qualifications as amiable, intelligent, and well …
Alexander Hamilton Papers
