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Burnet, William, 1688-1729 Proposition to the 5 Nations

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.02153 Author/Creator: Burnet, William, 1688-1729 Place Written: Albany, New York Type: Manuscript document Date: 1722/09/13 Pagination: 9p. : docket : Height: 31 cm, Width: 19 cm Order a Copy

The Governor consents to renew the covenant chain with the 5 Nations, and hopes that the Indians will begin to convert to Christianity. He also expects that the 5 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.

Burnet, William, 1688-1729

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