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A letter of introduction from Winthrop Sargent to Henry Knox for Captain Mayette, 29 October 1792
Title
A letter of introduction from Winthrop Sargent to Henry Knox for Captain Mayette, 29 October 1792.
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[Place of production not identified : producer not identified, 1792]
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Collection: The Henry Knox Papers.
Electronic reproduction. Marlborough, Wiltshire : AM, 2014. Digitized from a copy held by the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History.
Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History
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Summary
Writes a letter of introduction for the bearer, Captain Mayette writing: for if he is not for us he will be decidedly against us - and his Influence is very considerable amongst the Indians... The British and Spaniards I have no Doubt would purchase him at a considerable price and but for the flattering distinctions we have paid him he probably would have struck up a Bargain. Discusses another Native American who he thinks would be a beneficial ally, although he is a monstrous beggarly rascal even for an Indian. Refers to a treaty with the Native Americans, noting, from the knowledge which you may acquire of this business you will be induced to think Genl [Rufus] Putnam better calculated for all other services than Indian Treaties... Reports that Northwest Territory Governor Arthur St. Clair is in Philadelphia.
Variant and related titles
American history, 1493-1945. Module I.
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Books / Online
Language
English
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March 18, 2024
Series
American history module 1
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Correspondence
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Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History, owner.
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