N^york Aug 2^d. 1800 D Sir Major Rensselaer who was [undecipherable] Cap^t tain of Dragoons before the late augmentation of the army was under that augmentation promoted to a Majority. He has some time Since devoted himself to military affairs as a profession for life and is undoubtedly quit. For my part I have conceived the was a discretion in the President on this subject which may be exercised in favor of the Major. A field officer for the Caval appears to me in every view from — — [strikethrough: for the Character] of Major Rensel as an officer I refer you to Gen^l Wilkinson with whom he served. The enquiry I have will result greatly in his favor & add a man than is none more worthy— he is a kinsman of M^rs Hamilton — with Esteem & Regard S. of war H Hamilton. D Sir I have received your letter from Washington — my wishes in every thing accord with yours. I shall be glad of every opportunity of brightening the Charm— As soon as possible I will send you the information you desire A change of office has deranged my military papers