I stand charged with monies unaccounted for...

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Type

Autograph Letter Signed

Description

Lieutenant Henley is sorely distressed to learn that he has been charged with monies unaccounted for in the books of the War Department. He will do whatever is necessary to clear his name and reputation.

Date

10/31/1797

Document number

1797103170002

Notable persons

Samuel Henley
William Simmons
late Secretary of War, General Knox
Conductor of Military Stores in the Western Country
Colonel O'Hara, late Quartermaster General
John Bellier, late Deputy Quartermaster General
Daniel Haragan, late Deputy Quartermaster General

Notable locations

Fort Wayne
Cincinnati
Philadelphia
Hobsons Choice

Notable items

war office books
advance pay
subsistance
rations
vouchers
public money