Clements Library: University of Michigan
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Unlawful American Incursions into Spanish Territory
Knox warns Wayne of the evil intentions of some Americans to invade Spanish territory and orders him to establish a post at Fort Massac to prevent--peacefully if possible, violently if necessary--such …
Anthony Wayne PapersThe Sad Affair of Capt. Big Tree of the Seneca
Captain Big Tree, the Seneca chief, has committed suicide for unknown reasons; mentions that he was a companion of Cornplanter and New Arrow. Records a speech given by Big Tree at that time, …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Supplement: Truce with Indians, and Considerations of Possible Treaty
Supplement to prior letter of same date; Wayne laments the arrival of the Indians' truce flag, as he was set to seize Girtystown (now St. Mary's Ohio), in the center of the hostile tribes' region, but …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Sum of money for the militia
Secretary Knox informs Samuel Hodgdon, Commissary of Military Stores, that it is requested to transmit a considerable sum of money to the militia army at Carlisle or Bedford.
Northwest Territory PapersSituation Report on Foreign Diplomacy and Orders for Wayne in Ohio Country
In a long and wide-ranging letter, Knox touches on a number of important subjects including the necessity of preventing American settlers from intruding on Spanish territory and the the prospect of …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Seizure of Grand Glaize; Expectation of Battle with British & Indians Near Roche de Bout
Notes that Indians have abandoned Grand Glaize area villages, and that they would have been taken totally unawares if not for the desertion of a quartermaster from the Legion who gave them warning. …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Requested Shipment
Requested 9 eigtheen pounders and their carriages be shipped to Norfolk, VA to Capt. Hannah or Maj. Bedinger. Also requested shot, powder, and cartridge papers.
Northwest Territory PapersReport of Deserter Claiming to Have Been Captured By Indians & Escaped
An alleged deserter claims that he was captured by Indians and later released. If he appears in Pittsburgh, he is to be apprehended and sent to Fort Washington and on to Legion headquarters.
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Report of Battle at Fort Recovery; Supposition of British Involvement
Report of battle at Fort Recovery, on the site of St. Clair's Defeat, with the Indians driven off after 2 days. Reports loss of officers; believes Indians to be low on provisions, but a force of …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Report of Battle at Fallen Timbers, and Subsequent Destruction of Indian Property
Reports victory in battle with Indians and British (Canadian) militia on Aug. 20 [Battle of Fallen Timbers]. Describes battle in detail, including tactics, officers and units recommended for bravery, …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Regarding Kentucky Volunteers, Garrisons, Contractors' Dishonesty, & Plans to Advance
Thanks Knox for transmitting the President's commendation. Discusses payment of Kentucky volunteers. Notes troops who will be sent to establish a post at Massac. Notes that the garrisons in his rear …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Ration Shortages, Fort and Road-Building in Indian Lands, and Expectation of Further Action by British & Indians.
Notes continuing ration shortages. Describes Legion activities in last several weeks, consisting of improving fortification at Fort Defiance and cutting a wagon road between it and a new fort at "the …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Quality Control
Stated that if an inspector violates his oath to inspect the quality of goods he is offending his morals and religion. Believed Gen. Wayne's objections to quality of goods are due to the substandard …
Northwest Territory PapersProvisions Used and Required; Reclaiming Site of St. Clair's Defeat; Skirmishes with Indians
Wayne will forward returns of stores used, and transmit supply needs for coming months; encloses list of men whose enlistments will expire before June, and lists new promotions. Notes conclusion of …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Pension list and warrants from Secretary of War from September 1793 to March 1794
Transmits list of invalid pensioners for state of Connecticut
Northwest Territory PapersPay and Resignation of Officers, Enclosed Letters from Bines and Hamtramck
Enclosed letters from Captain Hamtramck and Captain Maxwell Bines regarding the pay drawn by a officer after his resignation. John Clarke resigned, Wayne allotted him pay and rations due to his poor …
Anthony Wayne PapersOfficer Recommendations & Resignations
Recommendations for officer promotions, and losses due to resignation (speeded in one case by alcoholism).
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Mysterious Lack of Indian Activity
Major General Anthony Wayne comments that no Indians have been encountered since mid January, neither for peace purposes or further attacks. Wayne hopes the Indians are inclined to peace, but vows to …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Limited Action Against British Authorized, Though Peaceful Resolutions Still Being Sought
Knox tells Wayne that the President has authorized limited action against the British at the Rapids of the Miami if such action is needed and success guaranteed. However, it is still the policy of the …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Knox Agrees That Volunteers Must Be Relied Upon, and That U.S.-British Relations Are Fragile
Knox emphasizes the importance of the approaching campaign and warns that, since recruiting is at a standstill, dependence upon volunteers will be necessary. Relations between the US and Britain seem …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Kentucky Volunteers Issues; Complications Caused by British
Discusses calling for and paying the Kentucky mounted volunteers, complicated by the fact that they will not accept banknotes. Mentions preliminary prods at outlying Indian settlements, and that they …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Interactions of British, Spanish, and Indians; Plans for Fort at Greeneville
Cites possibility of British assisting Indians in attacking Legion posts, but admits lack of intelligence. Mentions latest intelligence on Spanish movements and interactions with the Chickasaws, and …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Indians' Intentions; Inadequacy of Troops' Clothing; Plans to Advance
Major General Anthony Wayne mentions the capture of two Delaware Indians, who reported recent council among the hostile Indians to consider Wayne's proposals, and seemed inclined to return the white …
Anthony Wayne Letterbooks Vol.1-3Indians Now Assembing to Engage Americans; Request for Hurons to Assemble As Well
Informs the Hurons that the Chippewa, Poutawatomie, Shawnee, Mingo, Delaware, and Miami are assembling after hearing cannon fire near a Chippewa settlement [presumably the American army approaching]. …
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