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Chief of Ordnance Crozier applauds the appointment of Colonel Charles S. Smith to brigadier general before his retirement. Chief Crozier details Colonel Smith’s triumphs including the widespread adoption of the built-up forged steel cannon gun and revitalizing coastal defenses in the United States.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-12-03
Secretary of War Taft sends President Roosevelt a letter from General William Crozier regarding promoting Colonel Charles S. Smith to Brigadier General. Colonel Medorem Crawford has also been recommended for a promotion. Of the two, Taft feels Smith is more entitled to promotion due to his service record.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-08-17
Secretary of War Taft gives President Roosevelt a review of the various vacancies and those appointed to fill them. He approves appointing Colonel Charles S. Smith to brigadier general based on his experience with coastal defense. However, he does not endorse the similar appointment of Colonel Medorem Crawford, describing him as a “humdrum, mediocre officer.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-08-18
General Crozier, chief of the Army Ordnance Department, presents General Corbin with a letter of recommendation for promoting Colonel Charles S. Smith to brigadier general. Crozier details Smith’s career and accomplishments as an ordnance officer, particularly in establishing the armament of the coast defenses.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-08-15