The Case of Benjamin Wells
Item
Type
Draft Letter
Title
The Case of Benjamin Wells
Description
Since Benjamin Wells distinguished himself during the disturbances in the western part of Pennsylvania and the losses he sustained in support of the government were considerable, he should be indemnified by the government.
year created
1800
month created
03
day created
12
author
recipient
in collection
in publication
note
Published in the Papers of Alexander Hamilton, vol. XXIV, 321-322.
notable person/group
Alexander Hamilton
Oliver Wolcott, Junior
Benjamin Wells
notable location
New York
Pennsylvania
notable item/thing
disturbances
rebellion
exertions
object of vengeance
losses
reward
compensation
document number
1800031237300
Item sets
Document instances
| In image | In source | Location in source | |
|---|---|---|---|
| [view document] (0 pages) | [no image] | Publication: The Papers of Alexander Hamilton | [unknown] |
| [view document] (0 pages) | [no image] | Collection: Printed Versions | [unknown] |
Document names
| Type | Name | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Author | Alexander Hamilton | [unknown] | [n/a] |
| Recipient | Oliver Wolcott, Jr. | [unknown] | [n/a] |