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Letter from James Seagrove Creek Indian Agent, to Henry Knox, on Georgia efforts to undermine peace with Creeks

From Fort Fidius, Seagrove laments that his failed efforts at achieving peace with the Creek Nation are entirely owing to the unruly conduct of the people of Georgia. Reports that there are two expeditions on foot against the Creek towns; one party from Green County and other from Washington. Suggests that Georgia Governor Telfair is encouraging this activity.
Expresses hope that the Oakfuskees, who wrongly incurred the white man's wrath instead of the culprits, the horse stealing Cowetas, will exact revenge on the Cowetas. Seagrove fears that the conduct of the white people in this country will destroy all hopes of peace; refers to the malignant breath of anti federalists and land speculators who undermine the peace. Suggests that if Barnard can give favorable accounts, Seagrove will again attempt to venture out to meet with Creek leadership.

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Fort Fidius

This document is enclosed in a statement relative to the South Western frontiers, as connected with the state of Georgia and Creek Indians, the south Western territory of the United States and the Cherokees submitted to the House of Representatives on December 4, 1793. This document is an integral part of [Public Reports] and other communications of the Secretary of War, 12/99/1793.

Henry Knox

James Seagrove

Creek Indian Agent

Creek Nation

Georgia Governor Telfair

Oakfuskees

Cowetas

Georgia Militia

Timothy Bernard

Barnard

Oakfuskee Village

Fort Fidius

Coweta

Oakfuskee

Green County

Washington County

anti-federalists in Georgia

Georgia land speculators

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