John Adams
299 documents
Inquiry as to Adams' Arrival at Philadelphia, for Knowledge of the Militia
Asks Adams to inform him when he will be arriving at Philadelphia, as the militiamen wish to turn out to welcome him.
John Adams PapersGrade of the Generals
McHenry expresses concern related to the attempt to establish the relative grade of Generals Hamilton, Knox, and Pinckney. He also notes that he must go and be with his family because his eldest child …
Stephen Raphel PapersGeorge Washington's Acceptance of Appointment as Reserve Commander of Army
McHenry notifies Adams that he has carried Adams' letter asking George Washington to take command of the army to Washington, who has accepted the appointment with the proviso that he not be called up …
John Adams PapersForwarding of Resolutions by Cincinnati Militia to Contribute to National Defense
Arthur St. Clair forward the resolves of a troop of militia horsemen at Cincinnati [included] to place themselves at the disposal of the national defense. St. Clair speaks highly of the virtues of …
John Adams PapersForwarding of Remarks Made at Wayne County, Pennsylvania Defense Meeting
Sitgreaves forwards "The Address of of a Meeting of the Military Officers and other Citizens of the new County of Wayne, in Pennsylvania," dated July 20. The address is not included.
John Adams PapersForwarding of Letter from General Pinckney regarding General Officer rank
Forwards to Adams a letter from General Pinckney, concerning Pinckney's attendance at the planned War Department meeting to discuss officer appointments & other military necessities.
John Adams PapersForwarding of Document Concerning Cherokees
Forwards a document ["talk"?] concerning the Cherokees [not included], asking for Adams' signature on it. Notifies Adams that he is moving his family out of Philadelphia to Trenton to avoid yellow …
John Adams PapersForwarding of Correspondence with Washington, Hamilton, Pinckney & Knox
McHenry forwards his recent correspondence with Generals Washington, Hamilton, and Pinckney, as well as that with Henry Knox. Wishes better health and spirits to Mr. and Mrs. Adams.
John Adams PapersForwarding of Correspondence from Maryland Militia Officers
Encloses an address from the brigadier and field officers of the 3d Brigade of Maryland Militia, along with an accompanying letter from Brigadier General J. Swann to McHenry. McHenry mentions that he …
John Adams PapersForwarding of Correspondence from General Officers
Forwards letters from the Quartermaster General [John Wilkins] and Brigadier General [James] Wilkinson.
Stephen Raphel PapersForwarding of Correspondence Concerning Officer Appointments for Provisional Army
Forwards certain letters, which variously concern a sale of land by Indians, the acceptance of the position of Adjutant General by Major North, varied correspondence concerning the recommendation of …
John Adams PapersForwarding of Correspondence Between McHenry & Pinckney
Forwards copies of McHenry & Pinckney's correspondence concerning Pinckney's acceptance of appointment as major general.
John Adams PapersForwarding of Correspondence and News from France & Berlin
Pickering forwards correspondence from France, namely reports of the Directory's raising of the embargo on American shipping and the departure of General Pinckney for America. Remarks that the wife …
John Adams PapersForwarding of Army Budget Table, & General Hand's Acceptance of Commission
Forwards a letter and table submitted to the Secretary of the Treasury [Oliver Wolcott, Jr.] concerning army expenditures for the next six months. Says he shall inform Adams of Wolcott's response …
John Adams PapersEncloses Papers Regarding Proceedings in New York
Encloses papers regarding proceedings in New York.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Encloses List of Nominations for Regiment Officers
Presents list of names of regiment officers, submitted by Gen. Washington and Major Generals Pinckney and Hamilton. Speaks of nomination process between military leaders, the President, and the …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Encloses Letter from Gen. Pinckney
Encloses letter from General Pinckney [not included].
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Encloses Correspondence about Commissions
Encloses copies of letters to General Washington and Pinckney, with correspondence from Hamilton and Knox. Inquires about Mrs. Adams's poor health.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Enclosed Correspondence about Commissions
Acknowledges receipt of letter and copies of correspondence with Governor Jay and General Hamilton, with a copy of an act of legislation from New York.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Dispute Over Arms & Accoutrements Allegedly Issued to Militia During Whiskey Rebellion
Addresses militia activities during the Whiskey Insurrection, specifically their petition to be supplied with arms and accoutrements. Apparently these were given by the [state or federal?] …
John HenryDiscussion of Case of Lieut. Col. Stephen Rochefontaine in Court of Inquiry
Encloses documents supporting Lieutenant Colonel Stephen Rochfontaine. Describes Court of Inquires. Discusses charges, observations, and potential court martial.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discussion of Affairs with Georgia Governor, Brooks, Morgan, Rhode Island
Recognizes difficulty to please governor of Georgia; lists items sent to troops there. Has no relationship with Brooks. Encloses correspondence from several different people about different movements …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Discussion & Judgment of Issues Arising from Adams' Approval of the New York Defense Plan
McHenry begins a discussion of Adams' handling of the plan proposed by New York for the development of its own defenses, with Alexander Hamilton in command of its execution. Adams has asked the …
John Adams PapersCorrespondence with Washington
Reports correspondence with General Washington.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543
