To John Adams from James McHenry, 13 April 1797
War Office 13 April 1797.
Sir
Conceiving it proper that you should be informed of the arrangements, regulations and instructions, relative to the most important objects in the department of War, I have caused the same to be copied, and herewith respectfully submit them—
With the greatest respect / I have the honor to be / Sir / Your obed servant
James McHenry
MHi: Adams Papers.