Authorization to Call Up Militia
Document 1792In the absence of the governor, acting governor Sargent authorized to call up militia. Discussed pending nature of peaceful overtures of Indians. Offensive operations authorized.
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In the absence of the governor, acting governor Sargent authorized to call up militia. Discussed pending nature of peaceful overtures of Indians. Offensive operations authorized.
Date
07/23/1792
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Document number
1792072314000
Note
Territory Papers, vol 2, 407-408.
Notable persons
Winthrop Sargent
Henry Knox
militia
Governor
scout
spies
Major General Wayne
judges
Indians
Judge Symmes
Brigadier General Wilkinson
Adjutant and Inspector General
Congress
Lieutenant Colonel
Notable locations
War Department
Galliopolis
territory
North West of the Ohio
Ohio River
Virginia
Notable items
settlement
defensive protection
pay
rations
clothing
allowance
escorts
decline the office
military bill