Appointment as a Surgeon's Mate
Document 1798Dr. Wells had applied to the Secretary of War for an appointment as a Surgeon's Mate in the Navy but has learned that the appointment will be made by Stoddert as Secretary of the Navy. If appointed, Wells promises to conduct himself with honor and utility to the United States rising Navy.
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Type
Autograph Letter Signed
Description
Dr. Wells had applied to the Secretary of War for an appointment as a Surgeon's Mate in the Navy but has learned that the appointment will be made by Stoddert as Secretary of the Navy. If appointed, Wells promises to conduct himself with honor and utility to the United States rising Navy.
Date
06/16/1798
Author
Recipient
Sent from
Baltimore
Document number
1798061660001
Page start
1
Notable persons
Benjamin Stoddert
Henry Wells
applicant for a commission as Surgeon's Mate
Notable locations
Philadelphia
Baltimore
Notable items
recommendations