The document proposes the creation of the office of Physician General for the military. It describes his responsibilities, and the staff and duties accompanying this position.
Extensive list of men reviewed for appointments to army officer positions. Prior military service, professions, and character reviewed. Claiborne, Sevier; and Judge Anderson main reviewers.
Extensive list of men reviewed for army appointments. Reviews provided by multiple sources, Wadsworth, Tracy, Talmage were main reviewers. Political affiliation, military history, and prior occupations listed with some men.
Smith informs Hamilton that he will be presented with a letter of recommendation from Judge Wickham of Grange County. Smith is currently indisposed but will provide additional letters of recommendation at a later date.
Aversion to war held by most U.S. citizens, nothing to be gained from war with France. If negotiations fail, Hamilton advised that sloops of war and troops be prepared and authority be given to president for control of armed forces. Advised avoiding alliance with Great Britain.
