[Circular letter sent to the Heads of the Departments]

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Type

Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document

Description

Asks itemized list of questions regarding the judicial system, mercy, and how to prosecute offending criminals, specifically treasonous ones.

Date

05/20/1800

Document number

1800052040000

Notable persons

John Adams
Congress
Heads of Department
criminals
offenders

Notable locations

War Department
Philadelphia