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| Field name | Value |
|---|---|
| Collection Reference Number | GLC02397 |
| From Archive Folder | Documents Relating to 1792 |
| Title | Anthony Wayne to Elliott and Williams regarding meat rations |
| Date | 18 November 1792 |
| Author | Wayne, Anthony (1745-1796) |
| Recipient | Williams, Elliott |
| Document Type | Correspondence |
| Content Description | Explains that while he had suggested a certain level of meat rations for the recipients troops, the Secretary of War has chosen a different amount. Though he disagrees with the Secretary, he advises the recipients to follow this higher authority. These orders are part of the planning for battle against the Indians. |
| Subjects | American Indian History Military History Frontiers and Exploration Military Provisions Government and Civics Diet and Nutrition |
| People | Wayne, Anthony (1745-1796) |
| Place written | Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
| Theme | Native Americans; Government & Politics |
| Sub-collection | The Gilder Lehrman Collection, 1493-1859 |
| Additional Information | "Mad" Anthony Wayne was appointed commander in chief of the United States army in 1792, and sent to subdue the Indians on the frontier of the Northwest Territory. |
| Copyright | The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History |
| Module | Settlement, Commerce, Revolution and Reform: 1493-1859 |