William C.C. Claiborne order, 1814 Feb. 18.

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William C.C. Claiborne order, 1814 Feb. 18.

A photocopy of an order to Charles Tessier, commander of the militia regiment of Baton Rouge, directs him to bring his men to New Orleans to join U.S. military forces there.

1 item ; 20 x 32 cm.

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Tessier, Charles, 1775-

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Born in New Orleans, La., Charles Tessier served as a clerk under four Spanish governors prior to the cession of Louisiana to the United States. He was subsequently appointed notary public of New Orleans. In 1812 he received the appointment of a captain of the infantry by U.S. President James Madison. He later served as judge of East Baton Rouge Parish from 1815 to 1845. From the description of Charles Tessier papers, 1810-1848. (Louisiana State University). WorldCat record id: 23596...

Louisiana. Militia

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Claiborne, William C. C. (William Charles Cole), 1775-1817.

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William C. C. Claiborne practiced law in Tennessee and became judge of the Superior Court of Tennessee in 1796. He became governor of the Territory of Mississippi in 1801 and was appointed to receive Louisiana from France in 1803. He served as governor of the Territory of Orleans, 1803-1812, and as governor of the State of Louisiana, 1812-1816. From the description of William C.C. Claiborne letter book, 1804-1811 (bulk 1804-1805). (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 86142655 Gove...