The Secretary for the Department of War to whom was referred the petition of Caleb Brewster
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Title
The Secretary for the Department of War to whom was referred the petition of Caleb Brewster
Description
Report - Secretary of War approved the pension for Brewster who was wounded during his duty keeping the seaway between Long Island and Connecticut open for military communication.
year created
1790
month created
06
day created
21
author
sent from location
War Office
in image
notable person/group
Henry Knox
Caleb Brewster
Secretary of War
invalid
wounded
Lieutenant of Artillery
commander in chief
notable location
War Office
Long Island
Connecticut
Congress
notable item/thing
pension
pay
wounded
claim
petition
intelligence
fidelity
judgement
bravery
certificate
gallantry
engagement
armed boats
obstinate resistance
hospital
report
resolve of congress
public assistance
document number
1790062100101
page start
1
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| In image | In source | Location in source | |
|---|---|---|---|
| [view document] (4 pages) | NKX17 (4 pages) | Collection: First Congress: Reports and Communications Submitted to the House of Representatives by the Secretary of War [1A-D2] (RG 233) {reference microfilm} | Claims, V: 1, P: 23, #12 |
Document names
| Type | Name | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Author | Henry Knox | War Office | [n/a] |