College of William and Mary: Earl Gregg Swem Library
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Recommendation of Philip Lightfoot
Marshall recommends that Philip Lightfoot, a young gentleman of excellent character, be given a commission as a captain among the 10,000 men being raised for national defense.
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Rules and Regulations Respecting the Recruting Service
These are the thirty seven rules and regulations for the recruiting service including the prohibition of recruiting individuals who are intoxicated or who are Negroes, Mulattoes, or Indians. Included …
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Regulations Regarding the Delivery and Distribution of Fuel and Straw
A list of regulations to be observed in the delivery and distribution of fuel and straw to the garrisons on the sea coast,and recruiting parties.
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Order: Hold Yourself in Readiness
This a circular letter to officers to hold themselves in readiness until specific orders are issued and, since the appointment of officers in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia is incomplete, …
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General Orders; Regulations Respecting Extra Allowances to Officers
These are the regulations, promulgated by Hamilton, regarding extra allowances for officers, including the care and feeding of horses and travel expenses, which must include the proper documentation …
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General Orders Regarding the Issuance of Stores to Military Units
This is Hamilton's General Order regarding the specific amounts of stores to be issued (bread, flour, meal, beef, etc.) including the amounts of ardent spirits which shall be so limited unless …
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Appointment of Philip Lightfoot as a Captain
The official appointment of Philip Lightfoot as a Captain of Infantry in the Army of the United States.
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Reductions in Force
General Orders regarding the discharge of officers and men who had been appointed or enlisted under the act to augment the Army, not to include Engineers, Inspectors of Artillery, and Inspectors of …
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