James McHenry to John Adams, September 4, 1799

Trenton War Department 4th Augt. [ , Start insertion, Sept. , End, ] 1799.

Sir.

I have the honour to inclose you a letter from Major General Pinckney dated the 12 of Augt. ulto containing a request, that Mr. Pierre Gaillard, may be appointed the eighth first Lieutenant in the room of Mr. Charles Boyle who has refused to accept.

With the greatest respect I have the honour to be, Sir, / Your most obt / & most hble st.

James McHenry