Col. Smith's Military Pretensions, Etc.
Document 1800Hamilton assures Adams that his personal regard for Col. [William S.] Smith produces sentiments very different from a disposition to throw the least impediment in the way of his success. The appointment of Col. Smith will violate no military rule nor the right of any other officer.
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Hamilton assures Adams that his personal regard for Col. [William S.] Smith produces sentiments very different from a disposition to throw the least impediment in the way of his success. The appointment of Col. Smith will violate no military rule nor the right of any other officer.
Date
05/24/1800
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Recipient
Sent from
Camp Scotch Plains
Collection
Document number
1800052437000
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1
Notable persons
John Adams
Alexander Hamilton
William S. Smith
officer
regiments
infantry
Notable locations
Camp Scotch Plains
Scotch Plains
New Jersey
Head Quarters