Washington, George, 1732-1799 to James McHenry

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GLC#
GLC00496.103-View header record
Type
Letters
Date
July 30, 1798
Author/Creator
Washington, George, 1732-1799
Title
to James McHenry
Place Written
Mount Vernon, Virginia
Pagination
1 p. : address : docket Height: 23 cm, Width: 19 cm
Language
English
Primary time period
The New Nation, 1783-1815
Sub-Era
The Early Republic

George Washington forwards Anthony MacHarg's letter of application for cavalry instructor to Secretary of War McHenry. Washington expresses interest in MacHarg's experience but requires further testimonial to professional ability and personal character.

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