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Prohibiting the Exportation of Arms and Ammunition
05/28/1794 Printed Document Signed(CIRCULAR) Notification of a temporary ban on the exportation of arms and ammunition. Enclosed is a translation of a Decree of the National Convention altering the national flag of France.
Alexander Hamilton Papers
Plea for Peace
09/27/1794 Document SignedThis is a plea for peace after five years of war. It has been the misfortune of the peaceful Wyandots to have been displaced from their land during this period. This has left many of John Williams' …
Anthony Wayne Papers
Peace Settlement Offered by George Washington to Indians North West of the Ohio
08/13/1794 Document SignedMajor General Wayne offered an honorable peace from George Washington to the Chippawas, Delawares, Shawnese, Wyandots, Miamis, Tawas, and Potawatomis. Wayne also requested that the Nations no longer …
Anthony Wayne Papers
Notification of Clothing Delivery to the Chickasaws
11/03/1794 Autograph Letter SignedChief Opoia Mingo has been given clothing by General Washington to deliver to the people of the Chickasaw nation as a token of friendship.The Chickasaws are commended for encouraging their warriors to …
Anthony Wayne Papers
Message Delivered by Three Delaware Indians
01/13/1794 Document SignedMessage from "hostile" Indians delivered to Headquarters at Greenvill. Chiefs desire peace, seek answer on peace from U.S. Signed by chiefs with alias.
Anthony Wayne Papers
Information Regarding Proceedings of the Council at the Big Rock
10/10/1794 Document SignedVerbal communication sent by the Chief of the Wyandols through Enus Khon, a confidential warrior. Rather than long term peace, a truce with the United States was proposed until a council could meet …
Anthony Wayne Papers
Fair and Equitable Terms of Peace
12/04/1794 Typed DocumentFollowing the defeat of the northern tribes at the Battle of Fallen Timbers, General Wayne proposes terms for a lasting peace that will serve the interests of both red and white people.
Anthony Wayne Papers
Extract of a speech to the Wayandols at Sandusky.
09/27/1794 Document SignedJ. Williams called for peace and justice to be administered by the United States against those guilty of prolonging the war.
Anthony Wayne Papers
Council of Vincennes, Speeches by Chiefs, Warriors, and Captain Pasteur
06/20/1794 Document SignedAll tribes had traveled far to meet General Washington and make their people one, offering wampum. Request for guns and land on either side of the Mississippi or near Wabash. French and Indian …
Anthony Wayne Papers
Council Meeting at Vincennes
06/20/1794 DocumentFirst day of Council at Vincennes, speech by Captain Pasteur on the protective relationship between the United States and the Indian Nations. Several speeches by warriors who swore to never take up …
Anthony Wayne Papers
[Untitled]
10/10/1794 Contemporary Copy of LetterLetter, informs re sketch of the country; discusses rank in the army; discusses Foreign influence on the frontiers.
James Wilkinson Papers
Tents for the Corps of Artillery
04/30/1795 Autograph Letter SignedSince the barracks at West Point are not suitable for the reception of the 400 men of the Corps of Artillery, Pickering directs Hodgdon to provide a sufficient number of tents including horseman's …
Timothy Pickering Papers
Status of Supplies
03/14/1795 Autograph Letter SignedIndian goods for peace treaty on hand in stores. Mentioned condition army uniforms and specific types of materials and supplies delivered to be forwarded to Major Craig.
James Wilkinson Papers
Speech to the War Chiefs
01/19/1795 Document, type undeterminedA speech by the Indian chiefs, documented in French.
James Wilkinson Papers
Speech Requesting Exchange of Prisoners
01/19/1795 Document SignedSpeech given by Wayne on the Indian Nations' decision to pursue peace with the U.S. Wayne requested the release/exchange of prisoners from both sides.
Anthony Wayne Papers
Richard Villes Speech
12/29/1795 DocumentAssurance that the Miami Nation supports peace by representative Richard Villes.
Anthony Wayne Papers
Request to Meet with Chiefs of Indian Nations Regarding Loyalty
06/22/1795 Letter SignedIronside requested on behalf of messengers from Capt. Brant a meeting per agreement from last council fire. Upcoming decision by Indian nations mentioned.
Anthony Wayne Papers
Request for Explanation of Wayne Speech to Sachum Indians
01/04/1795 Autograph Letter SignedDue to snow, Wayne believed the arrival of the Sachum Indians would be delayed to their rendez-vous with Williams. Wayne requested Williams fully explain the speech Wayne gave on the first of the …
Anthony Wayne Papers
Regarding Joining Rebels
02/20/1795 Letter SignedNephew to Antoine Lassell expressed his fear for his uncle being scalped due to his joining the Rebels out West.
Anthony Wayne Papers
Recommendation for Peace Treaty to be Signed by the Sachams and War Chiefs of Sandusky
01/09/1795 Draft Document SignedPromises of peace by war chiefs of Sandusky and the U.S. military. Promises of protection by U.S. for Indian Nations who act peacefully but are attacked by hostile nations or settlers. Enclosed …
Anthony Wayne Papers
Pursuit of Peace by Indians
06/10/1795 Autograph Letter/Document SignedWilliams advised Wayne that the emergency at hand should not have been ignored and caused the Indians to assume mischief. Letter from Wayne received and explained to the Council as best as possible …
Anthony Wayne Papers
Proclamation - Peace Between the United States and Indian Nations North West of the Ohio River
02/22/1795 Document SignedPeace established by A. Wayne between United States and Indian Nation. Mutual surrender of prisoners, cessation of hostilities, and general treaty to hold council for all causes of controversy. …
Anthony Wayne Papers
Proceedings from the Council at Fort Knox
04/23/1795 DocumentBoundary disputes brought forth by Wabash Indians advised by Capt. Pasteur to be brought forth at the meeting for the Treaty at Greenville. Remarks to General Kinkapoo on lies by Col. Hamtramck …
Anthony Wayne Papers
Participation During an Impending Council Fire
06/22/1795 DocumentSpeeches delivered by chiefs of sundry tribes regarding participation in an impending council meeting.
Anthony Wayne Papers
Letter to the Wayandots of Sandusky on Religion
01/29/1795 Letter SignedLetter communicated by Mr. Isaac Williams. Burke notified the Wayandots of Sandusky of a forthcoming visit to discuss the state of their religion and land ownership. Burke advised the Indians to …
Anthony Wayne Papers
