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Overhauling Carriages, Etc.
Along with a reference to musket cases, Hodgdon discusses the process for overhauling carriages so that pieces can be removed at a moment's notice.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Overalls for the Men
Hodgdon has shipped a small number of overalls to Capt. Stoddard so that his men will not be over-exposed.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Overalls & Vests Are Not in Store
Articles are being sent to Duncan by way of Boston, except for the woolen overalls and vests which are currently not in store but which will be delivered when they are available.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Outlines Ranks and Promotions; Recommends Hamilton and Pinckney
Pleased to announce the appointment of a major general in the army by the President and the Senate. Refers to upcoming campaign and lists names of potential candidates, including Pinckney and …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Outlines Authority and Jurisdiction for Sea Vessels
The Secretary of War will immediately provide instructions for army vessels to protect coasts. Theorizes about the constitutionally-based powers of the President over the army and the navy. Refers to …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Our Situation Relative to Clothing for the Army
Hodgdon expresses his concern regarding clothing for the Army at the northern posts. As winter approaches, clothing should be transported immediately.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Our Lack of Laboratory Preparations
Hodgdon worries that no provisions have been made for the buildings or materials needed for the preparation of the laboratories. The lack of all kinds of stores for the magazines will soon be felt if …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Origins of Arms
Hodgdon discusses the origins of the sundry arms located in the stores of the United States.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Organizing the Provisional Army
McHenry discusses his plans for the organization of the provisional army and enlists Hamilton's assistance and that of General Knox.
Alexander Hamilton PapersOrganization & Leadership of the Provisional Army
Washington expresses his wishes regarding the leadership and organization of the provisional army. Of the three major generals immediately below Washington in the chain of command, Hamilton, as …
Alexander Hamilton PapersOrdnance to Colonel Stevens in New York
Hodgdon orders sundry ordnance to be sent to Colonel Stevens in New York.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Ordnance to be Sent to Melancton Smith
Hodgdon lists the ordnance that Capt. Bryant is to send to Melancton Smith in New York.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Ordnance for Capt. Frye at Governors Island
Hodgdon notifies Capt. Frye of the ordnance being transported to his post at Governors Island.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Ordnance for Capt. Frye at Governors Island
Hodgdon describes the ordnance that is to be transported to Capt. Frederick Frye at Govenors Island in New York harbor.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Ordnance & Military Supplies to Portland, Province of Maine
Hodgdon lists ordnance and military supplies to be sent to Portland and discusses the best route by which they should be transported.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Ordnance & Military Stores Shipped to Hartford, Etc.
Hodgdon directs Smith to ship the ordnance and militry stores at Hartford to the destination that he will designate.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Orders for Pattern Muskets, Etc.
Hodgdon discusses various supply matters and urges that Mr. Mackey be paid as soon as possible.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Order of Operations for Provisional Army; French Forces in Florida
Speaks of order of operations in the provisional army. Mentions French forces in Florida.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Order of Arrival of Stores & Military Stores
Hodgdon wants to be advised of the order of arrival of the stores and military stores sent to Habersham.
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Order for USS United States to Patrol Off Delaware
Orders Barry to patrol off the coast of Delaware; refers to new acts of Congress which will affect naval operations.
John Barry Collection.Order for the Sending of A Recruiting Officer from the Frigate United States to New York
Directs Barry to order a lieutenant of the frigate United States to New York City, to recruit seamen there. Orders Barry to provide the lieutenant with instructions, and for that officer to keep …
John Barry Collection.Opinions about 2 Military Court Cases
Encloses warrants for two military courts: one a general court martial for Captain Thomas Lewis, the other a court of inquiry for Captain Edward Miller. Suggests a standardized procedure to request …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Only 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.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.Old 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.
