Regarding the loan of cannon from State of New York for use of frigate United States and matter of defense of New York harbor

The War Office relays President John Adams' intent to replace any cannon provided by the State of New York for naval service. Captain John Barry, commander frigate United States, has been sent to examine cannon. Cannon will be sent down Hudson River to Governor's Island at New York Harbor and on to Philadelphia. Goes on to discuss the prospects of defense for New York Harbor and city of New York and laments that such is unlikely without aid from the State of New York. Discusses matter of appropriations and costs for construction of fortifications. Expects that Colonel Aaron Burr will call upon him soon.

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