Letter from James Seagrove Creek Indian Agent, to Henry Knox, on Georgia efforts to undermine peace with Creeks

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From Fort Fidius, Seagrove laments that his failed efforts at achieving peace with the Creek Nation are entirely owing to the unruly conduct of the people of Georgia. Reports that there are two expeditions on foot against the Creek towns; one party from Green County and other from Washington. Suggests that Georgia Governor Telfair is encouraging this activity. Expresses hope that the Oakfuskees, who wrongly incurred the white man's wrath instead of the culprits, the horse stealing Cowetas, will exact revenge on the Cowetas. Seagrove fears that the conduct of the white people in this country will destroy all hopes of peace; refers to the malignant breath of anti federalists and land speculators who undermine the peace. Suggests that if Barnard can give favorable accounts, Seagrove will again attempt to venture out to meet with Creek leadership.

Date

10/14/1793

Recipient

Sent from

Fort Fidius

Document number

1793101440055

Page start

418

Note

This document is enclosed in a statement relative to the South Western frontiers, as connected with the state of Georgia and Creek Indians, the south Western territory of the United States and the Cherokees submitted to the House of Representatives on December 4, 1793. This document is an integral part of [Public Reports] and other communications of the Secretary of War, 12/99/1793.

Notable persons

Henry Knox
James Seagrove
Creek Indian Agent
Creek Nation
Georgia Governor Telfair
Oakfuskees
Cowetas
Georgia Militia
Timothy Bernard
Barnard
Oakfuskee Village

Notable locations

Fort Fidius
Coweta
Oakfuskee
Green County
Washington County