Manufacturing Small Arms in Virginia

Item

Type

Draft Letter Signed

Title

Manufacturing Small Arms in Virginia

Description

Mr. McCormick is introduced to Govenor Wood of Virginia so that he can present proposals respecting the manufacture of small arms in that State. McCormick's friends have convinced McHenry that if he is given the means to erect proper works and competent workmen, he can execute any engagements the State may form with him.

year created

1797

month created

01

day created

14

author

recipient

in image

notable person/group

His Excellency, Governor James Wood
James McHenry
Mr.McCormick
Executive of the State of Virginia

notable location

State of Virginia

notable item/thing

armory

document number

1797011400001

page start

1

number of pages

2

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Document instances

In image In source Location in source
[view document] (2 pages) BIA03 (2 pages) Collection: Special Collections, MSA SC 1407. McHenry Collection, M11697. MSA SC 1407-1-2, M11697

Document names

Type Name Location Notes
Author James McHenry [unknown] [n/a]
Recipient James Wood [unknown] [n/a]