Letter to Captain Putnam
Document 1792The speaker calls Captain Putnam a companion, which signifies a stronger relationship than even that of a brother. The speaker admits his fears that the women and children of his tribe will die if they remain, and wishes for the Indians to be taken to the O. post [?]. Chiefs who are well-spoken will congregate there, and the speaker wishes for Putnam to travel there as well. Putnam responds that he strives for a lasting peace with the tribes of the Wabash country and will make the arrangements for the journey to the O Post.
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Description
The speaker calls Captain Putnam a companion, which signifies a stronger relationship than even that of a brother. The speaker admits his fears that the women and children of his tribe will die if they remain, and wishes for the Indians to be taken to the O. post [?]. Chiefs who are well-spoken will congregate there, and the speaker wishes for Putnam to travel there as well. Putnam responds that he strives for a lasting peace with the tribes of the Wabash country and will make the arrangements for the journey to the O Post.
Date
07/19/1792
Author
Recipient
Collection
Document number
1792071990000
Note
Typed copy includes Putnam's response.
Notable persons
One of the Wea Men
Rufus Putnam
brothers
companions
your chiefs and great men
women and children
Indian tribes inhabiting the Wabash Country
Rufus Putnam
Notable locations
Fort Washington
Notable items
string of wampum with two branches
business between you and me
tears in your eyes
mourning
my care and protection
journey to the O. Post
lasting peace