See also DLC:Papers of Alexander Hamilton, Vol. 32(authenticated by Charles Scribner, May 6th, 1844)"At p. 5037: Adam's ltr. of Aug. 29.
McHenry's disavowal of involvement in intrigue in the commissioning of the Major Generals, whose commissions he now anticipated rating in the order, Knox-Pinckney-Hamilton." (Adams Papers Office files, Box 5, Order 15 of NP Search)
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