Mustering, Paying, and Dismissing the Troops
Document 1800This General Order prescribes the date and manner in which troops are to be paid for the three months enlistment authorized by the Act of Congress and discusses the way in which pay is handled for those who are casualties of war. As soon as the troops have received their pay and emoluments, their commanding officers shall put them under march. The officers will endeavor to avoid marching through large cities or towns.
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Copy of Signed Document
Description
This General Order prescribes the date and manner in which troops are to be paid for the three months enlistment authorized by the Act of Congress and discusses the way in which pay is handled for those who are casualties of war. As soon as the troops have received their pay and emoluments, their commanding officers shall put them under march. The officers will endeavor to avoid marching through large cities or towns.
Date
05/26/1800
Author
Sent from
Headquarters, Plainfield, New Jersey
Repository
Document number
1800052690301
Page start
1
Notable persons
William North
Notable locations
Plainfield, New Jersey