Annapolis Nov^r 6^th 1798 Dear Sir I was favored the 30 past with your friendly & polite answer to my letter of the 9^th The writing on the opposite Sheet, will best explain the Count de Möclien's wishes. All I can add on the Subject, is to assure you of my firm persuasion, that if public policy, & the regulations which may be finally established Shall permit you to gratify the ardent desire the Count expresses of becoming one of your Aids, that his merit and Services will gain your esteem & confidence; and demonstrate that he was worthy of the appoint-ment. With Sentiments of the greatest regard, respect & esteem I remain D^r Sir Your most ob^t. Hum. Servan. Ch. Carroll of Carrollton Major General Hamilton [Address panel: To / Major General Hamilton / New York] [Endorsement notations, largely undecipherable]