Anthony Wayne Papers
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War and Peace with Indians, Putnam's Plan for War
War and peace with hostile and peaceful Indian nations discussed, Knox enclosed Brigadier General Putnam plan for war and his objections to commencing war in present year. Navigation report by late …
Anthony Wayne PapersTroops Taken Prisoner, Information Gathered, Situation Unsafe for Travel
Wilkinson now commanding Fort Hamilton provided intelligence gathered by Lieut. Gaines during his outing with a search party for captured soldiers. Kentucky volunteers and pack horses to arrive at …
Anthony Wayne PapersSolution for Small Pox in Recruiting Camp
Wayne sent some troops to Block house to protect borders of Washington and Ohio Counties. Wayne awaits orders from Knox regarding vaccination for small pox. Hostile Indians supported by British are …
Anthony Wayne PapersReport on the arrangement of Sub-Legions
Official report submission for the new arrangement of sub-legion officers.
Anthony Wayne PapersReport on conference with Cherokees
Governor William Blount of Southwest Territory reports on a conference with the Cherokee. The Cherokees have expressed a desire for peace and friendship. Those who commit depredations deserve …
Anthony Wayne PapersRegarding preparations and troop readiness
Mentions the council at Au Glaize and Indians. Notes that recruits will not be assembled in sufficient numbers, nor sufficiently disciplined according to the nature of warfare in which it is to be …
Anthony Wayne PapersPeace with Cornplanter, Enclosed Letters from Fort Washington
Wayne enclosed copies of letters from Fort Washington and Captain Hughes, discussed proposed peace communicated by Cornplanter.
Anthony Wayne PapersOn military administration and policies
Letter, discusses raising & recruiting army companies; advises re uniforms, arms & accoutrements; discusses regulations to standardize procedures; discusses peace negotiations with Indians.
Anthony Wayne PapersNotification of Arrival at Fort Washington
Swan arrived at Fort Washington and planned to travel to Legion ville after his baggage arrived.
Anthony Wayne PapersMuster of Allegheny and Westminster Militia
Will determine the best time and place to muster troops to defend inhabitants of the Western frontiers of U.S. borders.
Anthony Wayne PapersMeeting with Cornplanter, Hostile Indians
Urged invitation of Cornplanter to visit Wayne to discuss information regarding the Six Nations [of Indians]. Message sent to hostile Indians confirming meeting between United States and Indians.
Anthony Wayne PapersEnclosed Letter from Secretary of War, Notification of Receipt
In absence of Secretary of War, Stagg acknowledged receipt of communications from Putnam, Cass[__], and Snow. Invoices for clothing, military, and hospital stores received.
Anthony Wayne PapersDetails of Reconnaissance Mission on Savage Indians
Wilkinson gave detailed account of intelligence mission to determine path of savage Indians who previously assaulted garrison of Fort Hamilton. Safety of roads to frontier posts and transportation of …
Anthony Wayne PapersDetailed Plans for Gibson; Preston; Thomas Lewis, and Howell Lewis Companies
Detailed account of supplies, number of troops, and locations to which they'll march. Enclosed invoices with materials distributed.
Anthony Wayne PapersDefense of Frontier
Fully complied with instructions issued by Knox. Wrote to county lieutenants on the frontiers of PA and VA regarding defense. Dispatched an express boat to Gen. Wilkinson with Wayne's Circular. No …
Anthony Wayne PapersDaily Events at Post of Legion Ville
Wayne recounts details of current peace discussion with Indians and regular update of events at post.
Anthony Wayne PapersCopy: Attack on Fort Hamilton
Description of an attack on Fort Hamilton by Indians. After repelling the attack, some troops set out after them. Wilkinson has hired spies to infiltrate the belligerents' community.
Anthony Wayne PapersConfidential Letters Forwarded, Modification to Law on Assembly of Officers Addressed
Highly confidential letters from Wilkinson to be transmitted to Wayne. Proper methods for assembling officers discussed. Mr. James Seagrove made amicable agreement with Creek Indians.
Anthony Wayne PapersAppointment with Instructions and Duties of Paymaster of Troops of United States
Duties of paymaster of United States troops laid out in detail.
Anthony Wayne PapersAcknowledged Receipt of Orders Reorganizing Sublegions, Update on Troop Movement
Wayne gave locations and marching orders for troops in Ohio County, information on new recruits acquired in Pennsylvania, and details on the arrest of Lieut. Smith.
Anthony Wayne PapersTraining and Payment of Troops
Swan's Arrival for Payment of Troops. Recruiting and pay grade addressed, Knox optimistic that the increased training of troops would make them more effective and professional than militia.
Anthony Wayne PapersRequest to Nullify Arrest of Brother Soldier
Letter, mentions arrest of Major Smith and request to allow Smith to tender resignation.
Anthony Wayne PapersNegotiation of Treaty and Politics of Desertion
Knox updated Wayne on plans for representatives to travel to Niagara for signing of treaty, appointment of surgeon's mate, and politics relative to deserter who happens to have respectable parents.
Anthony Wayne PapersExtract from Letter Written by Morgan to Knox
Morgan appealed to Knox for amendments to be made to the Articles of War that govern the Courts and pertain to Judge Advocates. Letter copied by Johnathan Stagg.
Anthony Wayne PapersDetails of Council at Buffalo Creek Relayed with Request for Treaty
Six nations proposed new treaty due to dissatisfaction with hostile Indians which allotted more farm land to United States settlers. Chaplin believed the Six Nations were so eager for peace that they …
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