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Gun Stocks Needed at West Point
Captain Gee, whose sloop travels between West Point and New York, told Fleming that on his next trip he would bring the gun stocks. Unfortunately, because of the ice the stocks are still in New York. …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Gun Powder for the Frigate "Constellation"
Harris is asked to deliver ninety barrels of cannon powder, eight barrels of musket powder, and two barrels of pistol powder to Samuel Hodgdon to be immediately transported to the Frigate …
Subject File of the Naval Records CollectionGreat Want of Clothing at Governors Island
The Secretary of War had informed Frye that a quantity of clothing and some sergeant's and musician's swords would be forwarded to him at Governors Island. He has yet to receive them and emphasizes …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Great Risk Remaining in the City, Etc.
Wilkins expects to have permission to proceed to Philadelphia shortly. At that time, he hopes to complete the arrangements respecting the stores. There will be a considerable supply needed for the …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Goods Conveyed at the First Safe Opportunity, Etc.
The Collector is at present to the northward while he recovers his health but Hodgdon should be assured that the goods, when landed, will be conveyed at the first safe opportunity.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Good Health though Surrounded by Death, Etc.
Comegys is grateful that Hodgdon and his family are well despite being surrounded by death. He has recovered from a severe illness and is joyful that his good lady has presented him with a charming …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)George Washington's Acceptance of Appointment as Reserve Commander of Army
McHenry notifies Adams that he has carried Adams' letter asking George Washington to take command of the army to Washington, who has accepted the appointment with the proviso that he not be called up …
John Adams PapersGeorge Washington to Command Once More the Armies of the United States
Butler rejoices at the prospect that George Washington will once more assume command of the Army of the United States.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)General Huntington Is Displeased, Etc.
Hamilton notifies McHenry of the displeasure of General Huntington at not receiving notice of his appointment and he expresses alarm and suspicion regarding the lack of information on nominations.
Alexander Hamilton PapersFunds for the Recruiting Service
Agent Henley requests a Bill of Exchange for $1000 to be paid to Robert Preston for value received in specie from King J. Crozier, which sum is to be applied to the recruiting service and for which …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)French prisoners in Lancaster
Indicates that he has referred Hand's letter to the Secretary of the Navy. Hand reported that some French prisoners in custody of the Sheriff of Lancaster, Pennsylvania had exhibited poor conduct, and …
James McHenry PapersFrench Pirates Hovering in My Cruising Ground, Etc.
Captain Truxton assures McHenry that he will convoy thye fleet of merchant ships and will then confront the French Pirates who are sailing the tract of sea allotted for his cruising ground.
Thomas Truxton Letterbook on the USS Constitution, 1798-1799.French Are Planning an Attack, Etc.
Amidst a discussion of accounting matters, Captain Guion warns that there are reports that the French are planning an attack on the southwestern country. Considerable military forces have supposedly …
Territorial Governor Papers - RG2Freeman to Return to Charleston
Freeman in Georgia from Pensacola, via Indian County. Will make his way to Charleston as so as he sent letters Northward and rested. Information on bookkeeping and payments due officers.
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Forwarding of Response to Address from Warrenton, Virginia
Adams forwards an address from people at Warrenton, Virginia [perhaps a militia unit, the Whites and Greens], as well as his response; asks that McHenry add his own response and transmit all to …
John Adams PapersForwarding of Response to Address from Rensselaer County, New York Militia, & Request for Clarification
Forwards an address from the Rensselaer County, New York militia, as well as his response to them. Seems to have found their address unclear; asks McHenry if he can discern whether the militia meant …
John Adams PapersForwarding of Resolutions by Cincinnati Militia to Contribute to National Defense
Arthur St. Clair forward the resolves of a troop of militia horsemen at Cincinnati [included] to place themselves at the disposal of the national defense. St. Clair speaks highly of the virtues of …
John Adams PapersForwarding of Remarks Made at Wayne County, Pennsylvania Defense Meeting
Sitgreaves forwards "The Address of of a Meeting of the Military Officers and other Citizens of the new County of Wayne, in Pennsylvania," dated July 20. The address is not included.
John Adams PapersForwarding of Recommendations for Army Appointments
Forwards recommendations of men for officer appointments, along with some notes of Adams' which he asks McHenry to consider.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Forwarding of Recommendations for Army Appointments
Adams forwards letters recommending various individuals for appointment to the army.
John Adams PapersForwarding of Recommendations & Applications for Army Appointments
Forwards various letters from officers and gentlemen, most regarding applications or recommendations for officer appointments.
John Adams PapersForwarding of Letter from General Pinckney regarding General Officer rank
Forwards to Adams a letter from General Pinckney, concerning Pinckney's attendance at the planned War Department meeting to discuss officer appointments & other military necessities.
John Adams PapersForwarding of General Hand's Acceptance of Appointment
Encloses General Hand's acceptance of an appointment [probably to Adjutant-General of the Army].
John Adams PapersForwarding of Funds
Encloses draft for $1250 [presumably for the use of the War Department].
Jeremiah Wadsworth PapersForwarding of Document Concerning Cherokees
Forwards a document ["talk"?] concerning the Cherokees [not included], asking for Adams' signature on it. Notifies Adams that he is moving his family out of Philadelphia to Trenton to avoid yellow …
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