Note to the Secretary of War on the Proposed Consolidation of 8 Regiments, 30, 31, &C.

AUGUST 20, 1814.

The consolidations proposed are approved. The information for assisting the selection of officers to be retained is extremely scanty, whilst the task is both important and difficult. The Secretary of War will suggest the names which appear on the whole most fit to remain in service.

JAMES MADISON.