Jackson, Andrew, 1767-1845 to William B. Lewis
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00113 Author/Creator: Jackson, Andrew, 1767-1845 Place Written: Buras-Triumph, Louisana Type: Autograph letter signed Date: March 13, 1813 Pagination: 3 p. : address : docket : free frank : 32 x 20 cm. Order a Copy
Concerning supply problems to Lewis, who was quartermaster in Nashville, government inefficiency, the national debt and heavy taxes. Complains of his own inactivity when his troops are needed in the Northwest, but will continue to obey his orders. Worries that the whole governmental system is not functioning properly.Written in Camp Jackson, also known as Fort Jackson
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