Regarding the Release of Correspondence With U.S. Ministers in France to Congress, & a Declaration of War with France
Document 1798The 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 and cons of such an action, as well as those of the suggestion that Adams declare war.
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Type
Autograph Letter Signed
Description
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 and cons of such an action, as well as those of the suggestion that Adams declare war.
Date
03/14/1798
Author
Recipient
Sent from
War Office
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Collection
Document number
1798031400001
Page start
1
Note
A draft or earlier copy is included, in the second collection below.
Notable persons
John Adams
James McHenry
Tallyrand
The Directory
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War Office
Europe
France
French
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fortifications
ships
vessels
treaties
communications
corps
national purposes
vessels
captured
suspension
neutrality
full disclosure
objections
negotiations
ministers
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reference
naked truth
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