Rules Regarding Double Rations
Document 1800After examination of accounts submitted by Swan, Simmons noted that double rations are only allowed to officers commanding separate posts. In the case of Brig. Gen. Wilkerson, when he ceased to be commander in chief, he lost the privilege of double rations therefore a deduction from the accounts submitted was made. Secretary of War was written for a decision on the subject and his private opinion was stated that he thought the Brig. Gen. deserved double rations, however the Sec. of War never gave an official ruling on the Brig. Gen. situation. Simmons awaited a reply.
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Author's Letterbook Copy
Description
After examination of accounts submitted by Swan, Simmons noted that double rations are only allowed to officers commanding separate posts. In the case of Brig. Gen. Wilkerson, when he ceased to be commander in chief, he lost the privilege of double rations therefore a deduction from the accounts submitted was made. Secretary of War was written for a decision on the subject and his private opinion was stated that he thought the Brig. Gen. deserved double rations, however the Sec. of War never gave an official ruling on the Brig. Gen. situation. Simmons awaited a reply.
Date
05/20/1800
Author
Recipient
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Accountant's Office
Document number
1800052021255
Page start
150
Notable persons
Caleb Swan
William Simmons
Brigadier General Wilkerson
Secretary of War
commander in chief
commandant
comptroller of treasury
Notable locations
Accountant's Office
Notable items
double rations