Requests Workmen to Repair, Clean Muskets in Store
Document 1799Reports number of French muskets in store that need cleaning and repair. These muskets could then be used instead of contracting for new muskets. Seeks permission for workmen to clean and repair. Recommends building a store suitable to supply the requested seasoned muskets.
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Type
Author's Letterbook Copy
Description
Reports number of French muskets in store that need cleaning and repair. These muskets could then be used instead of contracting for new muskets. Seeks permission for workmen to clean and repair. Recommends building a store suitable to supply the requested seasoned muskets.
Date
01/14/1799
Author
Recipient
Sent from
Philadelphia
Repository
Document number
1799011428155
Page start
340
Notable persons
James McHenry
Samuel Hodgdon
Workmen
Contractors
Notable locations
Philadelphia
Public Store
Notable items
French Muskets