Asks to Remain at Important Work
Document 1799Appeals to the Secretary at War to prohibit General Hamilton from ordering the Major's removal from the duties of Inspector of Artillery. Fears being included in a general march to the Potomac. Cites disadvantages of having someone else take over his work building fortifications; to follow Hamilton's orders contradicts McHenry's orders. Cites experience at Baltimore, where he drew up the plans and estimates. The project was turned over to Mr Leyertz, who traced the plan differently, making it difficult for Mr. Fornier to execute. Laments tendency to pull him away from projects before completion, not good for service and not economical. Constant dislocation causes hardship to family and financial hardship. Discusses application for inspectorship. Asks whether to obey Hamiliton or McHenry.
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