Hamilton, Alexander, 1757-1804 to Samuel Hodgdon
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07539 Author/Creator: Hamilton, Alexander, 1757-1804 Place Written: New York, New York Type: Letter signed Date: 12 May 1800 Pagination: 1 p. : free frank ; 23.4 x 19.1 cm. Order a Copy
During the Quasi war with France, Major General Hamilton writes to the Superintendent of Military Stores Hodgdon, in anticipation of greater hostilities. Requests a supply of marquees and tents, as he plans to set out for camp at Scotch Plains, New Jersey.
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