Funeral Arrangements in Honor of George Washington
Type
Copy of Signed Document
Title
Funeral Arrangements in Honor of George Washington
Description
Orders of Alexander Hamilton regarding the funeral arrangements to be made at all military stations and offices of the Army in honor of the late General George Washington.
year created
1799
month created
12
day created
24
author
sent from location
New York
recipient
note
Hamilton as commanding General is the "Author" of this General Order. It is signed by William North the Adjutant General.
notable person/group
Alexander Hamilton
William North, Adjutant General
George Washington
officers
army
cavalry
infantry
Lewis Tousard
Charles Cotesworth Pinckney
notable location
Philadelphia
New York
notable item/thing
funeral
music
detachment
commanders
notable phrase
The President with deep regret announces to the Army the death of its beloved Chief, General George Washington, sharing in the grief which every heart must feel.
document number
1799122490102
page start
1
