Willingness to Serve as a Volunteer in the Army
Document 1799Harper discusses his current situation as a lawyer in Baltimore but assures McHenry that he stands ready to return to military service if the need should arise. He would require at least a colonel's commission although he would expect to be a brigadier. He fears an attack by the French.
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Type
Autograph Letter Signed
Description
Harper discusses his current situation as a lawyer in Baltimore but assures McHenry that he stands ready to return to military service if the need should arise. He would require at least a colonel's commission although he would expect to be a brigadier. He fears an attack by the French.
Date
07/29/1799
Author
Recipient
Sent from
Baltimore
Collection
Document number
1799072940001
Page start
1
Notable persons
James McHenry
Robert G. Harper
Notable locations
Baltimore