Kentucky Militia, 1st Brigade records 1813

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Kentucky Militia, 1st Brigade records 1813

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These records of the Kentucky Militia, 1st Brigade, consist of correspondence and an orderly book. The orderly book, with entries dated March 19-August 25, 1813, is largely in the handwriting of Joseph H. Hawkins, aide de camp of Brigadier General Green Clay. The correspondence dates from March 20-December 30, 1813 and consists of letters addressed to Clay relating to politics, military, and personal matters

.17 linear foot (2 volumes)

New York Public Library. Manuscripts and Archives Division

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New York Public Library. Manuscripts and Archives Division

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Kentucky. Militia

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Historical note: In 1792 the Kentucky General Assembly established the Kentucky Militia. The act required that all white males between the ages of eighteen and forty-five be enrolled in the militia, form companies, and participate in several musters each year. These companies could be called to active duty by the governor in case of war, insurrection, or danger to public safety. In 1860 the militia was reorganized into the State Guard, the Enrolled Militia, and the Militia of the Reserve. ...

Hawkins, Joseph H., 1786-1823

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Clay, Green, 1757-1826

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Green Clay was born in Powhaton County, Virginia, and emigrated to Kentucky in 1777. A surveyor, he amassed a vast land estate, settling in Madison County. A Kentucky legislator and soldier, he served as major general in Kentucky Militia during the War of 1812. He raised the siege of Fort Meigs, Ohio, reinforcing the army of General William Henry Harrison. From the description of Green Clay letters received, 1808-1813 [microform]. (Ohio Historical Society). WorldCat record id: 464504...