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| Field name | Value |
|---|---|
| Collection Reference Number | GLC02437.09398 |
| From Archive Folder | The Henry Knox Papers [0090] July-August 1789 |
| Title | George Washington to Henry Knox regarding American Indian affairs |
| Date | 29 August 1789 |
| Author | Washington, George (1732-1799) |
| Recipient | Knox, Henry |
| Document Type | Correspondence; Government document |
| Content Description | Countersigned by Henry Knox. Instructs Knox regarding his conduct (notes that the principles imparted are to remain secret). Indicates that the Government of the United States are determined that their administration of Indian Affairs shall be directed with justice and humanity. Refers to Knox's negotiations with the Creeks. Text is obscured due to a large water stain on page two. |
| Subjects | American Indian History Muscogee (Creeks) Indian President Government and Civics |
| People | Washington, George (1732-1799) Knox, Henry (1750-1806) |
| Theme | The Presidency; Government & Politics; Native Americans |
| Sub-collection | The Henry Knox Papers |
| Additional Information | Signer of the U.S. Constitution. |
| Copyright | The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History |
| Module | Settlement, Commerce, Revolution and Reform: 1493-1859 |
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