Robert Brooke
12 documents
Enclosed Thanks from Congress
Unanimous thanks to militia for the suppression of recent insurrection near Virginia (Whiskey Rebellion).
Executive Papers, Office of Governors LettersSafety and Security in Norfolk
Pickering explained the role of the President in calling up militia. Protection of personal property and safety of residents of Norfolk addressed.
Executive Papers, Office of Governors LettersRequest for Scouts in Virginia Counties
Pickering will request approval from President for spies to be employed in Virginia counties to protect against hostile Indians. Informed Brooke of peace accord between Indian tribes and U.S.
Dreer CollectionRequest for Documents to Secure Land for Virginia Troops
Previous request for documents required to obtain land for troops never answered, second request issued.
Charles Roberts Autograph CollectionRemit Balance to Virginia
Virginia paid for money used to protect frontiers.
Executive Papers, Office of Governors LettersIndian Hostilities
Opinion on Indian hostilities and white hunters invading Indian hunting grounds on the north west side of the Ohio River.
Dreer CollectionPay of Virginia Militia and Scouts
Discusses the account and vouchers submitted to the War Office by the Governor of Virginia for militia pay, pay of scouts, and protection of the frontiers
Miscellaneous Letters Sent by the Accountant of the War Department and the Second Auditor, Apr 14, 1795-May 5, 1886. (RG217)Discharge of Militia and Scouts Northwest of Ohio River
Peaceful actions of fourteen Indian tribes per agreement of peace treaty shows the employment of militia and scouts is no longer warranted. Order to discharge those still in service.
Arthur G. Mitten Collection
