Dongan, Thomas, 1634-1715 Proposition to the westward Indians
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.01948 Author/Creator: Dongan, Thomas, 1634-1715 Place Written: Albany, New York Type: Manuscript document Date: 1685/09/15 Pagination: 2p. + docket 29.8 x 18.9 cm Order a Copy
The document discusses a peace settlement that the westward Indians made with the 5 Nations, and why they should have consulted the Governor of New York before making this settlement. It is also asked that they continue to observe the peaceful covenant.
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