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Prizes
Policy toward prizes taken by belligerent nations; discusses foreign affairs; discusses maritime boundaries.
Governor George Clinton Papers, Circular Letters and Letterbook of Official Correspondence and ProclamationsPrizes
Discusses the issue of prizes, governor of "this state" acted in accordance with Neutrality Act.
Governor George Clinton Papers, Circular Letters and Letterbook of Official Correspondence and ProclamationsPrivateers
U.S. position of neutrality prevents any ships from being outfitted with weapons in U.S. ports, and no privateers or cruisers can be granted asylum.
Dreer CollectionPrivateer Prize
Directs vessels returned to owners; discusses privateers.
Franklin D. Roosevelt Naval & Maritime CollectionPrices of Articles
Hodgdon is asked to send a memorandum with the prices of a list of articles: knapsacks; cartridge boxes; tents; horsemen's tents; horsemen's marquees; travelling carriages for brass cannon and …
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)Prevention of French Aggression Against Spain
Aggression by French towards landholdings of Spanish along Mississippi discussed, U.S. peace with Spain authorized the use of military force to prevent French action.
Transcribed Reports and Communications Transmitted by the Executive Branch to the Senate, 1789-1819. (RG46) (M1257, Rolls 1-3)Preventing Possible Breaches of the Truce
Knox orders Wayne to withdraw any forces whose forward movements might be considered a breach of the truce with the northern Indians.
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Presidential Orders to Erect Arsenal and Magazine at Trenton
Washington gives detailed instructions for the creation of a magazine and arsenal at Trenton.
CA NJ LettersPresidential Agreement to Negotiations at Lower Sandusky
President authorized last effort for peace between U.S. and hostile Indians before the U.S. would take offensive action.
Executive Papers, Office of Governors LettersPreparations for War
Knox assures Wayne that every preparation for war must be made in case the treaty negotiations fail, with the understanding that no actions should be taken that might hinder the negotiations or …
Post Revolutionary War Manuscripts, 1784-1811. (RG94) (M904)Preparations for Operations Against the Indians
Knox assures Wayne that his orders are sufficiently broad to include whatever preparations are needed to execute successful offensive operations against the Indians should the treaty negotiations …
Post Revolutionary War Manuscripts, 1784-1811. (RG94) (M904)Preparations for Movement of the Legion Beyond Fort Jefferson
Wayne plans to move the Legion to a point beyond Fort Jefferson as a way of inhibiting enemy action in that area because he is sure that the Indians are planning an imminent attack before scarcity of …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Preparation of Light Boats; Belief that the Clothing is not Infected
Prior to Hassleman's arrival, Craig had light boat prepared for Ensign Wallington with small party to escort him. Mentions Lieutenant Colonel Clarke, boats loaded with clothing and comments that the …
James Robertson PapersPreparation for Treaty with Indians
Discussion of warriors to be present at signing of treaty. Requests presence of Indians.
C. Guild CollectionPreparation for An Aggressive Campaign
Should the treaty negotiations be unsuccessful, Knox orders Wayne to be fully prepared for an aggressive campaign by August 1st at the latest. In an eight-page letter, Knox details the preparations to …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Power to Convene Courts Martial
Knox advises Wayne to provide General Wilkinson with the power to convene courts martial. Dr. Carmichael is en route with the pay for the Army. General Putnam has resigned.
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Power of Attorney to Samuel Shannon from John Burton
Power of attorney given by John Burton to Samuel Shannon regarding service rendered as soldier. Documents signed by John McCluster, Thomas Woods, and John Burton.
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Power of Attorney for James Powers
Power of attorney given by James Powers to Samuel Shannon. Document signed by David James, James Powers, and Samuel Laventy, and John Baker.
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Power of Attorney
Christian Snyder grants Samuel Shannon power of attorney.
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)Power of Attorney
Power of attorney given by Zebulon Fuller to Samuel Shannon.
Claims Files Relating to Service in the Revolutionary War, 1775-1851. (RG217)
