Collection
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Opinion of Officers
Outlines possible officers to file the command and positions on the Corps of Artillerists and Engineers. Makes note of desirable characteristics of commanding officers.
George & Katherine Davis CollectionOnly Four Boxes of Glass, Etc.
Hodgdon notes that Francis has only mentioned four boxes of glass even though Hodgdon had requisitioned six boxes.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Only Course of Action is War with France
Private correspondence: Knox sees the only way to assert ourselves as an independent nation is to wage war against the unjust rulers of France.
Area File of the Naval Records Collection, 1775-1910. (RG45) (M625)One Worm and Ladle for the Frigate "United States"
"Be pleased to deliver to Lieutenant Mullowny for the frigate U.S. one worm and ladle for 24 pounders."
Subject File of the Naval Records CollectionOne Misfortune After Another
Fisher begs Hodgdon for assistance. After recovering from a severe case of rheumatism, he now finds himself afflicted with another form of misfortune. The strict hand of justice has called on him for …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)On the Whole, the Disease Declines
In addition to a discussion of Mr. Hoffman's account and Major Hunt's responsiblities thereto, Hodgdon observes that the disease in Philadelphia seems to be declining despite the recent burial of his …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.On the vital importance of the Floridas
Stresses the importance of the Floridas for the United States, arguing that whichever European nation holds Florida also possess the key to the Mississippi River, directly impacting inhabitants in the …
James McHenry PapersOn the subject of clothing supplies
Received a bale containing fifty pairs of woolen overalls in good condition; Captain Irvine also thanks Hodgdon for the appreciated clothing - including vests and coats - that he has received.
Miscellaneous Letters Received by the Fourth Auditor, Jan 12, 1795-Dec 31, 1897. (RG217) (M1187)On the Provisional Army and its domestic opposition
Uriah Tracy informs James McHenry that Governor Jonathan Trumbull and Colonel Wadsworth from Connecticut are preparing names for officers in an additional regiment for the Provisional Army. Tracy …
James McHenry PapersOn the Necessity of Declaring the Purpose of Bills Drawn an Officer
Acknowledges receipt of bills drawn by Guion, importunes Guion to report the purpose and disbursement of these, and to always include such accounts in the future.
Clairborne (JFH) CollectionOn the conduct of General Wilkinson
Scolds Wilkinson for the publication of orders in the Pittsburgh Gazette, which he argues may undermine morale. Criticizes Wilkinson for not informing him of his change of plans from going to Fort …
James Wilkinson PapersOn the appointment of officers for the Provisional Army
Response to McHenry's questions on the Provisional Army. Argues that - in the event of the bill being passed into law - President Adams should appoint officers for the army without delay, although the …
James McHenry PapersOn Relative Rank, Both for General Officers & New Field Officer Appointments in New Corps
Discusses the fort at Castle Island [Massachusetts], and the relative suitability of various officers. The latter largely concerns the abilities of a Major Brooks to one of the new regiments. …
John Adams PapersOld Copper in the Public Store
Hodgdon alerts Stoddert of the amount of Old Copper that remains in the public store and presumes that it can be possessed in the usual way.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Officers Suggested for Appointments
McHenry lists the candidates for appointments in the augmented army including those he considers the most intelligent and active officers in the American army.
Special Collections, MSA SC 1407. McHenry Collection, M11697.Officers of the Higher Grades Are Assembling Here, Etc.
Along with a discussion of Craig's claims, Hodgdon notes that the Commander in Chief and officers of the higher grade, including Colonel Hamilton and General Washington, are assenbling in …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Officers for the Provisional Army
Letter, discusses the appointment of officers for the new provisional army.
Special MS Collection, Berol.Officers Conduct
Documents explaining the impertinent behavior of the commanding officers at Fort Wilkinson towards Price.
Correspondence (Letters Received, Letters Sent, and Accounts) of the Creek Factory, 1795-1814. (RG75)Officer Recommendation & Letter Concerning Defense of Georgia
Asks that Philip Church of New York be added to the list of new captains of infantry, and forwards a letter concerning the defense of Georgia, from Governor Jackson of that state. Adams asks McHenry …
John Adams PapersOfficer positions in the Provisional Army
Responds to Pinckney's request for the appointment of his former secretary Rutledge for a position in the Provisional Army, stating that he will not be overlooked. McHenry writes that the second …
James McHenry Papers
