Messages to the General Assembly, 1804-1808 (bulk 1804, 1807-1808).

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Messages to the General Assembly, 1804-1808 (bulk 1804, 1807-1808).

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These files document the communication between Governor Christopher Greenup and the General Assembly regarding affairs of the commonwealth and of the country. Special topics discussed include the detainment of American vessels on the high seas by British warships; the Aaron Burr conspiracy; proposed amendments to the United States Constitution concerning federal courts and judges; an Ohio River canal; the advantages gained from the Louisiana Purchase; duties of circuit court clerks; and militia appointments.

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Kentucky Department of Libraries and Archives, Kentucky State Archives

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Kentucky. General Assembly

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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. ...

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Christopher Greenup (1750?-1818) was born in either Loudoun or Westmoreland County, Virginia. During the Revolution, he served as a lieutenant in the 16th Virginia Regiment, and was later promoted to colonel. After studying law, he was admitted to the bar and began practice in Fayette County, Virginia (now a part of Kentucky). He began his political career in 1785, when he served as a member of the Virginia House of Delegates. Greenup was also present at the state conventions in 1785 and 1788, a...

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