Alexander Hamilton to Elbridge Gerry, September 6, 1788

[New York, September 6, 1788]

Sir

I am a member of a Committee, to whom the Baron De Steuben’s application to Congress 1 founded upon a certain statement supported among other testimonials by a certificate from you, has been referred. 2 Among the papers committed to us is the copy of a written report made by the Committee appointed to confer with the Baron at York Town. 3 As this report is of a nature to create difficulties in the case, I have thought proper to inclose it for your perusal and shall be obliged to you for any explanations which may serve to throw further light on the subject. 4

I remain with esteem & regard   Sir   Yr. Obed serv

Alex Hamilton

E. Gerry Esqr.