Speech to Chiefs of Nations Assembled at Tawa River and Mouth of Detroit River
Document 1788In a speech to Chiefs of Nations assembled at Tawa River and Mouth of Detroit River, St. Clair expresses impatience to hear of chiefs arrival. Expresses displeasure that instances of unprovoked hostility. United States desires peace, but if Indians desire war, they will have it. Expects an answer soon.
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Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Description
In a speech to Chiefs of Nations assembled at Tawa River and Mouth of Detroit River, St. Clair expresses impatience to hear of chiefs arrival. Expresses displeasure that instances of unprovoked hostility. United States desires peace, but if Indians desire war, they will have it. Expects an answer soon.
Date
07/13/1788
Author
Sent from
Fort Harmar
Collection
Document number
1788071393600
Note
Enclosed in St. Clair to Knox, 07/13/1788.
Notable persons
Arthur St. Clair
Chiefs of Nations
Indians
Notable locations
Fort Harmar
Tawa River
Detroit River