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| Field name | Value |
|---|---|
| Collection Reference Number | GLC02437.05678 |
| From Archive Folder | The Henry Knox Papers [0114] October 1792 |
| Title | A letter of introduction from Winthrop Sargent to Henry Knox for Captain Mayette |
| Date | 29 October 1792 |
| Author | Sargent, Winthrop (1753-1820) |
| Recipient | Knox, Henry |
| Document Type | Correspondence; Government document |
| Content Description | 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. |
| Subjects | Frontiers and Exploration American Indian History Revolutionary War General Letter of Introduction or Recommendation Northwest Indian War Northwest Territory Global History and Civics Government and Civics Diplomacy Treaty Westward Expansion |
| People | Knox, Henry (1750-1806) Sargent, Winthrop (1753-1820) |
| Place written | Cincinnati, Ohio |
| Theme | Government & Politics; Native Americans; Foreign Affairs; Westward Expansion |
| Sub-collection | The Henry Knox Papers |
| Copyright | The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History |
| Module | Settlement, Commerce, Revolution and Reform: 1493-1859 |