Jonathan Trumbull
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Request for Appointment as Major in Provisional Army
Huntington writes of his desire to be appointed a major in the infantry regiments recently sanctioned by Congress [the provisional army], citing his knowledge that pay is supposed to begin upon …
Jonathan Trumbull, Jr. Papers, US Government Letters 1778-1809Regarding Application for Officer's Commission
Acknowledges receipt of Trumbull's letter recommending "Mr. Huntington" for an officer's commission in the provisional army. McHenry states that he cannot himself promise a commission, but that the …
Jonathan Trumbull Jr. PapersFindings of Land Survey for Connecticut Fortifications
Connecticut is preparing to cede land to the U.S. for the construction of two forts, Trumbull & Griswold. McHenry transmits the findings of a survey of the land in question, by Captain Decius …
Jonathan Trumbull Jr. PapersAcknowledged Receipt of New London Land Deeds for Forts; Importance of New London's Defense
Acknowledges receipt of the deeds of cession for two parcels of land on which to build forts protecting the harbor of New London, Connecticut. Affirms the importance of the defense of this harbor, …
Jonathan Trumbull, Jr. Papers, US Government Letters 1778-1809Rejection of Officer Application Due to Age Requirement & Lack of Vacancies
Acknowledges receipt of Trumbull's recommendation for William Roberts to be appointed to the U.S. Navy; admits that Roberts seems to be a fine candidate, but that he cannot be appointed to either of …
Jonathan Trumbull, Jr. Papers, US Government Letters 1778-1809
