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Gayoso's Defense Against Pope's Allegations of Treaty Violation
Gayoso defends his action to remain at post, states he did not violate treaty between U.S. and Spain. Discussed British movement through U.S. territory to attack Spanish land holdings.
FO 5/18 Foreign Office Correspondence, America(United States), General Correspondence.Fortification of Post
Intelligence report stating that the posts at Walnut Hills and Natchez are being reinforced by Spanish soldiers contrary to orders of evacuation.
FO 5/18 Foreign Office Correspondence, America(United States), General Correspondence.False Accusations
False accusations that Pope would attack Spanish garrison addressed, Pope wanted accuser identified and brought to justice.
FO 5/18 Foreign Office Correspondence, America(United States), General Correspondence.Enclosed Letter to Wilkinson
Letter enclosed in case Wilkinson had left post and not conveyed orders.
FO 5/18 Foreign Office Correspondence, America(United States), General Correspondence.Disagreement with Gayoso's Decision to Postpone Evacuation
Gayoso's desire to send troops to fortify Nogalls and to remain at post in Natchez to fight British violates treaties signed by U.S. and Spain and between U.S. and Britain.
FO 5/18 Foreign Office Correspondence, America(United States), General Correspondence.Deceptive Plans Regarding Land Purchase
Secretive plans discussed. Action supported by Indian friends. Location of Chisholm unknown. Land purchase discussed.
FO 5/18 Foreign Office Correspondence, America(United States), General Correspondence.British Invasion
Intelligence that British troops planned to march on Illinois, Spanish garrison must defend province and must postpone evacuation. Offered housing for U.S. troops.
FO 5/18 Foreign Office Correspondence, America(United States), General Correspondence.Barracks Provided
Discourse between Spain and U.S. must occur before post is evacuated, Governor Gayoso provided housing for Pope while they waited decision of government.
FO 5/18 Foreign Office Correspondence, America(United States), General Correspondence.An Act Authorizing a Detachment from the Militia of the United States
This is an Act of Congress that authorizes the President to require the executives of the several States to organize, arm, equip, and hold in readiness eighty thousand effective militia to be …
Oliver Wolcott Jr. Papers.[No. V] Information on Indians
Indians instigate violence, murder yet Shawnese are peaceful.
FO 5/18 Foreign Office Correspondence, America(United States), General Correspondence.[No. IV] Arrival of Hayward
Hayward arrived with troops to strengthen fortifications in St. Louis, confidential information regarding post on Mississippi.
FO 5/18 Foreign Office Correspondence, America(United States), General Correspondence.Views on Protection of Commerce and Defense of Territory, with Cost Estimates
McHenry advises Congress on measures necessary to assert and defend U.S. rights against the encroachments of European powers. Lists these measures, including expansion of Navy and Army, increased …
Clairborne (JFH) CollectionMessage from the President of the United States Accompanying a Report to Him from the Secretary of War
Adams transmits a copy of a report by Secretary of War James McHenry discussing the military establishment of the United States.
Printed VersionsExtra allowances to officers
Regulations outlining extra allowances in cases where officers are detached on service, which oblige them to incur expenses on the road and at places where there are no military posts.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Debt to Accounts
Exonerates Caleb Swan from debts of Abraham Kirkpatrick, authorizes debt to be applied to Kirkpatricks accounts.
Fred Manning Collection of Documents From Various Series in RG217. (RG217)A Report to the President Relative to the Military Establishment
The report suggests ways to improve the management and operations of the military. The report is partly inspired by the prospect of war with France and political events in Europe. McHenry outlines and …
Printed VersionsSupplies for Troops on Either Side of the Ohio River
An agreement between James McHenry, Secretary of War, and James O'Hara who pledges to provide rations and other supplies for the use of the troops at places on either side of the Ohio River, from …
The Denny - O'Hara PapersRegulations for the Medical Establishment of the Army and Navy
An act of Congress which details a medical system for the U.S. armed forces, including hierarchy of rank, regulations for supply, discipline, and hospital organization, salaries, etc.
John Adams PapersLetter from the Secretary of War
A printed letter from the Secretary of War to Philip Church.
James McHenry Papers - Microfilm #3384Contract Respecting the Provision of Rations
An unsigned agreement between James McHenry, Secretary of War, and an unidentified procurer in which the procurer agrees to provide rations to the listed locations at the designated prices.
The Denny - O'Hara PapersComplaints About New System
Swan notes that new regulations requiring him to reside in Philadelphia makes it impossible for him to carry out his duties which require daily contact with officers at a different location. Offers …
Fred Manning Collection of Documents From Various Series in RG217. (RG217)
