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| Field name | Value |
|---|---|
| Collection Reference Number | GLC01060 |
| From Archive Folder | Documents Relating to 1806 |
| Title | Andrew Jackson to John Sevier regarding military matters |
| Date | 2 January 1806 |
| Author | Jackson, Andrew (1767-1845) |
| Recipient | Sevier, John |
| Document Type | Correspondence |
| Content Description | Jackson explains that he will soon send a letter concerning the strength of his brigades. He has been delayed in doing so because one of his commanders has been late in filling his returns. Assures Sevier that if he does not receive a response soon, he will arrest the officer responsible, General Isaac Roberts. Also mentions Thomas Johnson and James Winchester, brigade commanders in the Second Division, West Tennessee Militia. The militia was being mobilized to deal with the threat of the Burr conspiracy, but the matter was resolved before military action was necessary. Signed by Jackson, but probably in the hand of his aid, William P. Andreson. |
| Subjects | President Muster Rolls and Returns Military History Militia Treason |
| People | Jackson, Andrew (1767-1845) Sevier, John (1745-1815) |
| Place written | Nashville, Tennessee |
| Theme | Government & Politics; The Presidency |
| Sub-collection | The Gilder Lehrman Collection, 1493-1859 |
| Additional Information | John Sevier was elected the first governor of the state of Tennessee, and served from 1795-1801 and 1803-1809. Also served in Congress. |
| Copyright | The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History |
| Module | Settlement, Commerce, Revolution and Reform: 1493-1859 |
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