Fracas at Elizabeth Town

Item

Type

Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document

Title

Fracas at Elizabeth Town

Description

Hamilton has investigated the disturbance at Elizabeth Town and has ascertained that the conduct of the two involved officers was misrepresented. They in fact behaved in a prudent and gentlemanly manner. Advised Smith contact the editor of the local papers and clarify their account.

year created

1800

month created

03

day created

27

sent from location

New York

recipient

in collection

notable person/group

William S Smith
Alexander Hamilton
editor
soldiers
Courtlandt
Livingston

notable location

New York
Elizabethtown
Elizabeth Town
New Jersey

notable item/thing

letter
enclosure
public papers

notable idea/issue

conduct
punishment
reprimand
impression
image
honor
misconduct
publicity

document number

1800032737200

Document instances

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Document names

Type Name Location Notes
Author Alexander Hamilton New York [n/a]
Recipient William S. Smith [unknown] [n/a]