Glover, John, 1732-1797 to John Burgoyne

Written by Brigadier General Glover as President of the court of inquiry that was investigating the allegations against Colonel David Henley, former commander of the Prospect Hill barracks where many of the captured British Convention Army troops were being held. Henley was accused of murder and mistreatment toward British soldiers. This document is a response to Burgoyne's questions (see GLC04764.56) about the details of the court of inquiry. Date of creation inferred from the date of Burgoyne's questions were submitted to the court. Answers first question: the members of the court are not under oath. Second question: says witnesses are also not under oath. Third question: says the court will examine both the matter of the charges and enter into the defense of the accused. Fourth question: the court has nothing to do with the protests of Burgoyne and only is bound to follow the orders of General William Heath, commander of the district where the Convention Army is situated. Says court of inquiry is an American Army custom. Fifth question: says he will get a copy of the proceedings as a matter of course. Marked "No. 47" on verso.