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Thanks to McPherson and His Men

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Type

Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document

Description

President Adams asks McHenry to extend his gratitude to General McPherson and his officers and troops for their service during the recent expedition [to quell the distrubances in Northampton County, Pennsylvania].

Date

05/16/1799

Recipient

Sent from

Quincy

Document number

1799051640100

Notable persons

James McHenry
John Adams
Brigadier General McPherson
Mr. Chapman
Mr. Eyerly

Notable locations

Quincy
[Northampton County, Pennsylvania]

Notable items

late expedition
my thanks for the prudence, caution, fortitude, and perserverence with which they have conducted this service
happy and successful conclusion