General Orders to Kentucky and Pennsylvania militia
Item
Type
Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Title
General Orders to Kentucky and Pennsylvania militia
Description
Harmar says the order and regularity of the militia on their return to the Ohio River was highly commendable. Notwithstanding losses, notes the destruction of corn and vegetables, and killing of 100 warriors. Militia from Kentucky to receive pay until 10th instant, then draw provisions and march home. General returns thanks to every officer and private for good conduct, and discharges them with honor and reputation. Wounded to remain in care of Dr. Allison and his mates.
year created
1790
month created
11
day created
04
author
sent from location
Fort Washington
in collection
in publication
notable person/group
Josiah Harmar
Captain Zeigler
Little Turtle
Allison
doctor
militia
troops
warriors
Zeigler
captain
Miami
Indians
Indian Nation
notable location
Fort Washington
Miami
Ohio
river
frontier
territory
Kentucky
Miami village
Maumee town
Head Quarters
notable item/thing
corn
vegetable
provisions
supplies
Harmar's expedition
Harmar's defeat
exploration
Indian relations
destruction
murder
discharge
document number
1790110490000
Item sets
Document instances
| In image | In source | Location in source | |
|---|---|---|---|
| [view document] (0 pages) | [no image] | Collection: Printed Versions | [unknown] |
| [view document] (0 pages) | [no image] | Publication: American State Papers | [unknown] |
Document names
| Type | Name | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Author | Josiah Harmar | Fort Washington | [n/a] |