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[Letter], 1813 Oct. 30, Highwassee Garrison to the Secretary of War, [John Armstrong, Jr.?]

Letter dated October 30, 1813 from (Return J. Meigs, United States Agent to the Cherokee Nation?), to the Secretary of War, (John Armstrong, Jr.?) concerning the formation of Cherokee troops to fight with the Americans against the British and Red Stick Creeks. The author informs the Secretary of War that the young chiefs have already begun preparation for war since they fear an attack by the Red Stick Creeks. (Meigs?) talked to the governors of Georgia and Tennessee about his plan to arm the Cherokees and received approval and direction from Governor Blount of Tennessee. The Cherokee troops were furnished some supplies, and (Meigs?) is concerned about how they will be compensated for their loyalty and service. A lengthy discussion of the Cherokee's political autonomy follow.

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