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| Field name | Value |
|---|---|
| Collection Reference Number | GLC03107.02039 |
| From Archive Folder | The Livingston Family Papers [019] 1693 |
| Title | Propositions made to the Five Nations |
| Date | 3 July 1693 |
| Author | Fletcher, Benjamin (1640-1703) |
| Document Type | Government document |
| Content Description | Fletcher writes of his plans to strengthen the frontier against French and Indian attacks, and warns the Five Nations to remain sober at all times, as drinking alcohol would make them more vulnerable to an attack. He reminds the Five Nations that they need to give satisfaction for the killing of horses some time ago, and instructs them to remove a Jesuit who is currently living among them. Fletcher also asks if any Indians are wavering in their loyalty and considering reconciliation with the French. |
| Subjects | American Indian History Mohawk Indian Jesuits Diplomacy France Canada Global History and Civics Military History Alcohol Wartime Pillaging and Destruction Religion Government and Civics |
| People | Fletcher, Benjamin (1640-1703) |
| Place written | Albany, New York |
| Theme | Native Americans; Foreign Affairs; Religion; Government & Politics |
| Sub-collection | The Livingston Family Papers |
| Copyright | The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History |
| Module | Settlement, Commerce, Revolution and Reform: 1493-1859 |