Ramsay, David (1749-1815) to Henry Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.03249 Author/Creator: Ramsay, David (1749-1815) Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 12 March 1786 Pagination: 1 p. ; 23.9 x 19 cm. Order a Copy
In response to Knox's plan for the militia (see GLC02437.03246), Ramsay believes "it is excellent in theory," but has two major reservations: first, is unsure whether the government is prepared to devote time and expense to such a plan, and second, is not sure "whether our youth would not be so fond of a military life as to be tempted to act offensively against our neighbors."
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