### March 14 It was on March 14th of 1776, I was apprehensive about the day ahead. Not only had the Declaration of Independence been officially ratified a few days prior, I had accepted a new post as an aide-de-camp to General Washington. Most would find it amusing that prior to joining the military I worked as a clerk in a counting house and had no real battle experience, but I knew it was an opportunity that would shape the direction of my life. As I arrived at the General's camp, I could hardly believe the sights before me. There, in the bright March sunshine, the newly formed Continental Army bustled with energy. I had read several books on military strategy and tactics and here I was, surrounded by some of the best generals and soldiers of the day. With the enthusiasm of a man half my age, I asked one of the veteran officers what I could do to help. He simply smiled and said, "Well, Little Lion, you can start by overseeing the food supplies." That day I had to direct laborers, be sure of the freshness of our food, and implement a system of rationing that would last us weeks. Though it was hard work in the heat of the day, I enjoyed every minute of it for I was finally doing my part for the cause of liberty. Though I never thought I'd be found overseeing rations, I am happy to say the system I implemented ended up working quite well. To this day, many refer to it as the Hamilton System!