[Lre of the Col. Strong April 13, 1799] War Department April 13. 1799. Sir, The enclosed copy of a letter from Lieutenant Colonel Strong dated the 23^rd of January ultimo. was intended to have accompanied the papers referred to you in my letter of the 11^th instant, relative to the opposition between the Civil and Military authority at Detroit. The subject being important, I have no doubt but it will claim your early attention. — With great respect, I am, Sir, Your obed^t. Servant. James McHenry Major General Alexander Hamilton