seeing by the resolves of Congress that thier is to be an army raised for the defence of our country as an old american officer I Offer myself if it (should it meet your approbation for the Service. I served last war as a Lieut. in Colo. Henry Jackson Regiment from Boston. any recommendation you may think necessary I can procure.) I served also in the commandier in Chiefs gards for some time Just before peace took place (Major North I presume has put me upon the rolls) while in Congress. hope Sir if I am appointed it will not be under the rank of Captain. as I have been some time Brigade Major in this State. I hope sir I shall not be forgoten—

From your most Obedient & very / Humbl. Servt.