Regarding the Indian War
Document 1792McClure reflects on some of the effects of the Indian War, including the effect on emigration to the Western Territory. He worries that the pace of settlement will be faster than the transmission of civilized culture.
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McClure reflects on some of the effects of the Indian War, including the effect on emigration to the Western Territory. He worries that the pace of settlement will be faster than the transmission of civilized culture.
Date
09/03/1792
Author
Recipient
Document number
1792090340001
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Notable persons
Henry Knox
David McClure
enemy
hostile tribes
settlers
Notable locations
Western Territory
Mississippi River
Lakes
Southern States
New England
Dublin, Ireland
Exeter
Notable items
habits
religion
civilization
ship
death
Indian War

