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Our Military Concerns
Hamilton informs Washington of the geographical division of command between him and General Pinckney. He has sent for General Wilkinson so as to learn more of the affairs on the western scene.
Alexander Hamilton PapersOsborn requesting a copy of his court-martial transcript and clarification of the date his pay ended
This document appears to contain two letters; the first is a request for a copy of the decision pertaining to Osborn's court-martial to be sent to him. The second notes that Osborn received a letter …
Samuel Osborn Papers, Misc. MSS. Coll., Mm8001407Organizing the Eventual Army
McHenry provides considerable detail on how the Eventual Army will be organized and supplied.
Alexander Hamilton PapersOrganization of the Recruiting Service
Hamilton explains the organization of the recruiting service in five states and the division of Virginia into recruiting districts.
Alexander Hamilton PapersOrganization of Individual Regiments.
Routine instructions and correspondence concerning the organization of individual regiments.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Organization of Individual Regiments
Routine instructions and correspondence concerning the organization of individual regiments.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Organization of Individual Regiments
Tents for the 9th Regiment of Infantry have been forwarded to Baltimore.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Order from Major Langham for All Stores on Hand; Reports Good Weather for Canals
Includes an order from Major Langham for all stores on hand. Will forward as many common tents as on hand to Pittsburgh. Will communicate subsequent orders. Reports good weather, favorable for canals, …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Opposition Between the Military & Civil Authorities in Detroit
McHenry encloses a copy of a letter from Lieutenant Colonel David Strong which should have accompanied papers sent earlier regarding the opposition between the civil and military authorities in …
Alexander Hamilton PapersOpposing the Insurrection
General MacPherson discusses the measures being taken to oppose the insurrection in Pennsylvania and notes his disapproval of those measures.
Alexander Hamilton PapersOpinion that the President Cannot Appoint Officers
Expresses opinion that the President has no power to appoint officers to battalions. Distinguishes between filling a vacancy and appointment of a new office.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Officers Proposed to Fill Regimental Vacancies
McHenry submits a list of officers proposed to fill vacancies in Colonel Ogden's regiment; the list is appended.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Officers Detailed for a Court Martial
Ogden warns that Capt. Robert Hunt is in critical condition from a coughing fit that burst a blood vessel in his lung so he won't be able to attend the Court Martial. He is uncertain which officers …
Alexander Hamilton PapersObstacles of a Very Familiar Kind
Washington is informed of the disposition of military affairs and warned that obstacles may stand in the way of a successful management of military concerns. In the future, Hamilton's confidential …
Alexander Hamilton PapersObservations on a Letter from George Nicholas
St. Clair encloses some of his observations relative to a letter from George Nicholas to his friend in Virginia and apoligizes for transmitting them so late that they will do no good beyond Kentucky.
Alexander Hamilton PapersObservations about Supplies, Quartermaster, Business
Responds to observations about agents procuring supplies. Seeks to instruct Jonathon Williams on his appointment. The Quartermaster General will go to Pittsburgh to make necessary arrangements. …
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543Nominations for Adjutant and Quartermaster Needed, Etc.
Among other matters, Hamilton urges Rice to nominate a Quartermaster and Adjutant for his Regiment as soon as possible.
Alexander Hamilton PapersNomination of Regimental Officers, Etc.
Along with a discussion of the trial of Capt. Frye and Doctor Osborne, Hamilton reports on sundry regimental nominations, the pay of officers, and the acquisition of equipage and supplies.
Alexander Hamilton PapersNomination of Men for Delaware Service
Speaks of men offering their services to Delaware regiments. Mentions the President's responsibility to nominate men.
MMC, McHenry, James: Mm85004543No Unnecessary Delay in Furnishing the Charges
Since he is under arrest for his confrontation with William Simmons, Capt. Vance asks that there be no delay in furnishing the charges against him.
Alexander Hamilton PapersNew Regiments and Their Designated Numbers
McHenry approves the numbers suggested by Hamilton for the designation of the new regiments.
Alexander Hamilton PapersNecessitates Move to Sheppards Town; Makes Advances for that Purpose
The Secretary of War thinks it best to remove stores to Sheppards Town as soon as possible. Requests arrangements to be made until an arsenal is built. Deliver to Major Langham, who will provide a …
Samuel Hodgdon Letterbook, Philadelphia, Pa., Arsenal, 1798-99.Names Which May or May Not Be Sent to the Senate
McHenry provides a list of names developed by the Generals and either sent to the Senate, not sent to the Senate, or postponed by the Senate.
Alexander Hamilton Papers
