Appointments by the governor - military appointments, 1844-1848.

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Appointments by the governor - military appointments, 1844-1848.

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These files document Governor William Owsley's role as commander-in-chief of the Kentucky militia and his power to appoint and commission Kentucky militia officers to the rank of lieutenant or above. Included are recommendations for appointments to numerous ranks and positions, including colonel, major, captain, ensign, lieutenant, and judge advocate.

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Kentucky Department of Libraries and Archives, Kentucky State Archives

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Kentucky. Governor (1844-1848 : Owsley)

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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. ...

Owsley, William, 1782-1862

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