Anthony Wayne

227 documents

Peace with Indians
01/24/1795 Printed Document
Expressed thanks for the resolutions and approbations of the House of Representatives for his men's work in the latest campaign. Enclosed speeches from various Indian tribes related to peace …
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Peace Treaty
08/03/1795 Document Signed
Official sealed document securing peace between U.S. and Western Indian Nations. Set boundary line between nations as Cayahoga River.
Archive Reports 1891
Message to the Cherokee Indians
08/03/1795 Document
Message from Major General "Mad" Anthony Wayne to the Cherokees settled on the headwaters of the Scioto. Image not available.
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Letter Concerning Transport of Goods, Upcoming Treaty in Greenville, and Peace
05/31/1795 Letter
Letter delivered by Leather Lips, Delaware chief, and warriors. Williams stated that the Indians traveling to Greenville will sign treaty and are eager for peace. Supplies transported to Greenville …
Anthony Wayne Papers
Letter Citation
01/25/1795 Cited letter or document
Cited in Pickering to Wayne, 03/14/1795; Pickering to Wayne, 04/15/1795; Pickering to Wayne,04/25/1795.
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Intelligence on Spanish Land Possession
09/03/1795 Printed Document
Enclosed information on Spanish possession of Chickasaw Bluffs. Wayne therefore reinforced the garrison at Massac and sent forward provisions and ammunition. Provides details of Spanish location and …
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Indian and U.S. Citizen Depredations, Treaty Negotiations
06/17/1795 Printed Document
Pickering will receive documents by Gov. St. Clair pertaining to depredations committed by both Kentuckians and Indians. Believed British emissaries will exaggerate acts of aggression when the arrive …
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Formal Peace Alliance with Tribes at Sandusky
01/01/1795 Document Signed
Formal acceptance of U.S. to discuss peace with tribes of Sandusky. Hopes to create an alliance against those who caused mischief.
Archive Reports 1891
Exchange of Prisoners for Farmland
03/21/1795 Autograph Letter Signed
Since the Indians have agreed to surrender all their prisoners, Wayne agrees to allow the Delaware Nation to continue to farm the same ground they once occupied.
Anthony Wayne Papers
Enclosed Documents
02/13/1795 Printed Document
Enclosed documents that contained "dark narratives of the views & intentions of a certain nefarious combination" (mentioned in previous letter, most likely included Wilkinson). Submitted information …
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Division of Land and Peace Treaty
09/20/1795 Printed Document
Transmitted by Col. O'Hara the original treaty between U.S. and all hostile tribes from North West of the Ohio river. Details on Indian tribes being detained by British and land jobbers. Discussed …
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Crimes and Punishment for Murder
06/17/1795 Printed Document
Described "dark and mysterious business" of persons in Kentucky not paying taxes on stills and whiskey, advised that Reverend Doctor Flaget might be able to provide information on the subject. …
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Boundary for Indian Treaty and Recruiting Policy
09/02/1795 Printed Document
Received three missing letters, delay for delivery mentioned in letter from Gen. Scott. Due to delay in receiving answer on boundary, Wayne drew boundary as the Miami river. Discussed promotions and …
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Anthony Wayne's order for uniforms
11/16/1795 Document Signed
List of clothing to be procured for surgeons, dragoons, and officers.
General Collection
Agreement to Meet in Greenville to Discuss Peace
01/21/1795 Document
Article: Confirmation of cease in hostilities between the Sachums and War Chiefs and the United States, attendance to meeting in Greenville to discuss peace and finalize peace treaty.
Anthony Wayne Papers
Acceptance of Peace Offering, Land Grant to the Delaware Nation
03/21/1795 Letter Signed
Acceptance of peace offering of prisoners and grant of permission for the Delaware Nation to plant the land they previously occupied in the vicinity of Grand Glaize.
Anthony Wayne Papers
[Untitled]
09/09/1795 Cited letter or document
Letter, Citation only.
Citations
Supply of Troops at Forts Detroit and Miamis, Indian Relations After Cession of Land by British
07/22/1796 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Anticipation of difficulties supplying forts recently acquired from British, U.S.must supply troops, but good policy and humanity dictated Indians should be supplied as well. Request for the …
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Summation of Conversation and Treaty with Great Britain over Land Holdings
06/27/1796 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Wayne recounted the discussion with Brackenridge and other Emissaries.
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Retention of Officer After Court Martial
10/29/1796 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Lieutenant Gregg never resigned, Wayne requested he be placed in a sub-legion with current vacancies after the Lieut. returns from Head Quarters.
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Request for Promotion of Richard Whiley
10/08/1796 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Enclosed certification of R. Whiley character, request to promote him if a vacancy in the Corps of Artillerists and Engineers or Cavalry becomes available.
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Report Regarding Suspected Traitors
07/08/1796 Letter Signed
Wayne relates to McHenry the movements of Thomas Powers and Victor de Collot, two enemy agents operating in the Northwest Territory, and tells of his conversation with Colonel William St. Clair.
Northwest Territory Collection, M367
Recommendation of Thomas Lewis
04/26/1796 Autograph Letter Signed
Major General Anthony Wayne recommends Captain Thomas Lewis to Secretary James McHenry for service with Lord Dorchester.
Northwest Territory Collection, M367
Receipt of Orders, Updates on Results of Instructions
10/28/1796 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Troops in forts and posts along the Ohio are lacking in supplies and munitions. Wayne requested they be replenished for fear of famine and the inability to take over the posts vacated by the Spanish.
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Notification of Peaceful Possession of British Posts
07/11/1796 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Wayne announced the possession of the Detroit and Miamis posts, previously held by Great Britain. Enclosed letters from Captain DeButs and Colonel Richard England (British Officer) recounting …
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