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| Field name | Value |
|---|---|
| Collection Reference Number | GLC03107.02009 |
| From Archive Folder | The Livingston Family Papers [013] 1687 |
| Title | Propositions made by his Excellency the Governor of Virginia to the Representatives of the five Nations of the Sinnias in the Fort at New York |
| Date | 16 September 1687 |
| Author | Howard of Effingham, Francis Howard, Baron (1643-1695) |
| Document Type | Government document |
| Content Description | The Governor of Virginia reprimands the Five Nations for breaking their covenant and committing crimes in Virginia. He explains that Governor Dongan has convinced him to forgo declaring war upon them, but notes that he expects satisfaction upon conclusion of the war with the French. In their response, the Five Nations thank Lord Effingham for his forgiveness, and promise to rectify the situation. |
| Subjects | Government and Civics American Indian History Diplomacy Crime Military History France Canada Global History and Civics |
| People | Howard of Effingham, Francis Howard, Baron (1643-1695) |
| Place written | New York, New York |
| Theme | Government & Politics; Native Americans; Foreign Affairs |
| Sub-collection | The Livingston Family Papers |
| Copyright | The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History |
| Module | Settlement, Commerce, Revolution and Reform: 1493-1859 |