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| Field name | Value |
|---|---|
| Collection Reference Number | GLC02523 |
| From Archive Folder | Documents Relating to 1799 |
| Title | Alexander Hamilton to William North forwarding a letter from the Secretary of War and discussing current needs |
| Date | 2 April 1799 |
| Author | Hamilton, Alexander (ca. 1757-1804) |
| Recipient | North, William |
| Document Type | Correspondence; Military document |
| Content Description | Written by General Hamilton as commander of the Provisional Army to Brigadier General North. Says he has enclosed a letter from the Secretary of War that explains itself (the letter is not included here). Says he wishes to see North as soon he arrives in New York. Says if any measure is necessary for his temporary accommodation, in terms of a substitute, he will work with him. Says there is an immense need for someone to perform the duties of Adjutant General. |
| Subjects | Military Substitute Military History American Statesmen Quasi-war France Global History and Civics Government and Civics |
| People | Hamilton, Alexander (ca. 1757-1804) |
| Place written | New York, New York |
| Theme | Government & Politics; Foreign Affairs |
| Sub-collection | The Gilder Lehrman Collection, 1493-1859 |
| Additional Information | Signer of the U.S. Constitution. |
| Copyright | The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History |
| Module | Settlement, Commerce, Revolution and Reform: 1493-1859 |
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