[MONROE, James]

LETTER FROM THE SECRETARY OF WAR TO THE CHAIRMAN OF THE COMMITTEE ON MILITARY AFFAIRS, UPON THE SUBJECT OF THE DEFECTS EXISTING IN THE PRESENT MILITARY ESTABLISHMENT. OCTOBER 27, 1814

Washington: A. & G. Way, 1814. First Edition. Wraps. Printed wraps; 18 pages. Appears to be removed from a collection of pamphlets. Prepared by Monroe during his brief term as Secretary of War, this document presents four proposals to recruit men to strengthen U.S. military forces. We are not very knowledgeable about the history of the draft in the United States, but surely this is a very early document. Very Good. Item #004925

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