Conflict between Col. Rochefontaine and his officers

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Type

Autograph Letter Signed

Description

Major J. J. Ulrich Rivardi informs McHenry of a conflict between Col. Rochefontaine and his officers and strongly recommends a court of inquiry to investigate rather than a court martial, for the latter may lead to more publicity, more confusion, and more delays.

Date

05/10/1796

Recipient

Sent from

West Point

Document number

1796051040101

Page start

1

Note

Private

Notable persons

James McHenry
John Jacob Ulrich Rivardi
Stephen Rochefontaine
Finiels
colonel
officers
regiment
Court of Inquiry
Court Martial
soldiers
military
paymaster

Notable locations

West Point

Notable items

Investigation
payment
pay rolls