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| Field name | Value |
|---|---|
| Collection Reference Number | GLC01469 |
| From Archive Folder | Documents Relating to 1814 |
| Title | Jacob Brown to George E. Mitchell reacting to the British capture of Oswego |
| Date | 8 May 1814 |
| Author | Brown, Jacob (1775-1828) |
| Recipient | Mitchell, George E. |
| Document Type | Correspondence; Military document |
| Content Description | Major General Brown notes receiving Colonel Mitchell's letter reporting the British capture of Oswego, New York, at the Battle of Big Sandy during the War of 1812. Indicates that he is satisfied with Mitchell's actions against the superior British forces. Discusses military plans and mentions the location of the enemy fleet, directs an express be established. "…with this reinforcement you will be able to make the enemy pay dearly…" |
| Subjects | Battle War of 1812 Military History Global History and Civics |
| People | Brown, Jacob (1775-1828) Mitchell, George E. (George Edward) (1781-1832) |
| Place written | Sackets Harbor, New York |
| Theme | War of 1812; Naval & Maritime |
| Sub-collection | The Gilder Lehrman Collection, 1493-1859 |
| Copyright | The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History |
| Module | Settlement, Commerce, Revolution and Reform: 1493-1859 |