Relative Rank of Major Generals, Knox's Pecuniary Situation, Etc.
Document 1798Wolcott refers to the fact that the three Major Generals for the Provisional Army were appointed the same day although it is clear that Hamilton was intended to be the first Major General. He believes Knox should decline service as his pecuniary situation makes him a likely tool for speculators. There should be nothing done regarding the organization of the Army until deliberate consultations have been conducted.
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Autograph Letter Signed
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Wolcott refers to the fact that the three Major Generals for the Provisional Army were appointed the same day although it is clear that Hamilton was intended to be the first Major General. He believes Knox should decline service as his pecuniary situation makes him a likely tool for speculators. There should be nothing done regarding the organization of the Army until deliberate consultations have been conducted.
Date
10/10/1798
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Recipient
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Trenton
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Collection
Document number
1798101090001
Page start
1
Note
Marked "private".
Notable persons
Alexander Hamilton
Oliver Wolcott, Jr.
John Adams
James McHenry
George Washington
Henry Knox
Major Generals
Notable locations
Trenton
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Commission