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| Field name | Value |
|---|---|
| Collection Reference Number | GLC03107.02153 |
| From Archive Folder | The Livingston Family Papers [052] August-November 1722 |
| Title | Proposition to the Five Nations |
| Date | 13 September 1722 |
| Author | Burnet, William (1688-1729) |
| Document Type | Government document |
| Content Description | The Governor consents to renew the covenant chain with the Five Nations, and hopes that the Indians will begin to convert to Christianity. He also expects that the Five Nations voice resentment over the misdeeds of the Eastern Indians, and send out deputies to inquire why they have attacked the people of New England. Additionally, a final and severe warning is given against any trade or correspondence with the French in Canada. |
| Subjects | American Indian History Mohawk Indian Religion Diplomacy Treaty Government and Civics Military History Merchants and Trade Commerce Global History and Civics France Canada |
| People | Burnet, William (1688-1729) |
| Place written | Albany, New York |
| Theme | Native Americans; Government & Politics |
| Sub-collection | The Livingston Family Papers |
| Copyright | The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History |
| Module | Settlement, Commerce, Revolution and Reform: 1493-1859 |