Interpretation of Articles Governing Courts Martial
Item
Type
Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Title
Interpretation of Articles Governing Courts Martial
Description
Hamilton provides a detailed interpretation of those parts of the the Articles of War that relate to those officers who have the authority to convene Courts Martial. He concludes that none but a general officer or his representative has this authority.
year created
1799
month created
02
day created
23
author
sent from location
New York
recipient
in collection
in publication
notable person/group
James McHenry
Alexander Hamilton
Commander of a regiment or corps
ordinary police
Recorder to every Court of Inquiry
Judge Advocate or his representative
Secretary at War
notable location
New York
notable item/thing
article related to the holding of Courts Martial and the confirmation of the sentences thereof
Administration of Justice
Commanding Officer of a post or detachment may do it
broader construction
other officers besides the Commander of all the Troops may appoint a General Court-Martial
regimental courts martial
garrison Court Martial
no officer commanding either of the garrisons on the sea board has power to constitute such a Court
none but a General or his representative may do it
military usage
articles of war
oaths
cases of importance
document number
1799022340000
Item sets
Document instances
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| [view document] (0 pages) | [no image] | Collection: Printed Versions | [unknown] |
| [view document] (0 pages) | [no image] | Publication: The Papers of Alexander Hamilton | [unknown] |
Document names
| Type | Name | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Author | Alexander Hamilton | New York | [n/a] |
| Recipient | James McHenry | [unknown] | [n/a] |