Early American leader, served as an aide to Washington during the Revolution. Co-wrote the Federalist papers and as the first Secretary of the Treasury, he stabilized the nation’s finances. He died in a duel with his political foe, Aaron Burr. LS signed “A. Hamilton,” one page, 7.5 x 13, June 7, 1800. Letter written as Inspector General of the Army to Deputy Quartermaster Aaron Ogden, written in the hand of Hamilton’s aide-de-camp Thomas Howe. Written towards the end of the Quasi War with France, which threatened to escalate into full-blown war, discussing where sick troops are to be taken. In full, “In the arrangement for the transportation of the sick and baggage of the 11th, 12th, and 13th regiments, the following will appear to me to be the most eligible. Let the sick and the baggage of the 13th regiment be transported to New Haven, those of the 12th to three points, New York, Newburgh, and Albany, those of the eleventh belonging to Delaware and Pennsylvania to Trenton, Easton and Wilmington.” Integral second page bears an address panel and docketing written in another hand. George Washington had chosen Hamilton as Inspector General when war with France seemed inevitable in 1798. At the time of this letter, Hamilton was on a tour of New England forces. In fine condition, with a couple of small well-done professional repairs, some scattered light toning and foxing, and signature a bit cramped at bottom. Letters from Hamilton in this military capacity are uncommon. Auction LOA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
