Desertion Prevails to a Ruinous Extent
Document 1799Hamilton lists his four remedies to solve the problem of rampant desertions. He is particularly insistent that the President should support the courts as they sentence deserters to the most extreme forms of punishment.
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Letter Signed
Description
Hamilton lists his four remedies to solve the problem of rampant desertions. He is particularly insistent that the President should support the courts as they sentence deserters to the most extreme forms of punishment.
Date
05/27/1799
Author
Recipient
Sent from
New York
Collection
Document number
1799052740000
Notable persons
James McHenry
Alexander Hamilton
this culprit
Notable locations
New York
Notable items
desertion prevails to a ruinous extent
remedies
greater attention to discipline
additional care in furnishing supplies due the soldiery
forebearance to enlist foreigners
energy in the punishment of offenders
attention due to a matter of primary importance
representation to the President [Adams]
giving effect to the sentences of the Courts
fit case for exemplary punishment
example of his impunity
most malignant aspect toward the service
severity is indispensible