Report from Major Henry Gaither to Henry Knox Secretary of War on Georgia Militia efforts to intercept James Seagrove Creek Indian Agent
Document 1793While riding with James Seagrove, received information of efforts to disrupt Seagrove's attempt to meet with Creek Nation. Reports that both Colonel Alexander with about 100 men, and Captain Charles Williamson, with his troop, attemted to cross the Oconee to intercept Seagrove. Intent is to intercept dispatches and attack friendly Indians. Gaither notes that these are same militia who expect to be paid by United States. Says he will not muster militia unless he verifies that they have been called by proper authority of United States. Praises Captain Freemand and Mr Whitney for their assistance. Gaither notes that he has requested that Georgia Governor Telfair call out 100 infantry and 100 cavalry to be placed under Gaither's command.
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