Family papers, 1774-1812.

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Family papers, 1774-1812.

Military orders, returns, accounts, memoranda, receipts, and letters relating to his Revolutionary War service, 1774-1784. Personal papers, 1777-1812, consisting of correspondence with his wife Mary DeWitt Clinton concerning the war and other family affairs; letters from his sons Alexander, DeWitt, and Charles concerning family news, legal matters, position of Tories at the end of the Revolutionary War, border disputes between states, and a duel involving DeWitt; other letters received concerning land matters, politics, the scandal involving Aaron Burr, and family matters; and miscellaneous accounts, drafts, legal papers, and deeds.

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Clinton, DeWitt, 1769-1828

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DeWitt Clinton (March 2, 1769 – February 11, 1828) was an American politician and naturalist who served as a United States Senator, Mayor of New York City and sixth Governor of New York. In this last capacity, he was largely responsible for the construction of the Erie Canal. Clinton was a major candidate for the American presidency in the election of 1812, challenging incumbent James Madison. A nephew of long-time New York Governor George Clinton, DeWitt Clinton served as his uncle's secreta...

Burr, Aaron, 1756-1836

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Aaron Burr Jr. (February 6, 1756 – September 14, 1836) was an American politician and lawyer. A Founding Father, he served as the third vice president of the United States during President Thomas Jefferson's first term from 1801 to 1805. His role in helping form the nation, however, would be overshadowed when he killed fellow Founding Father Alexander Hamilton in an 1804 duel. The duel led to the collapse of Burr's political career and tarnished his legacy in American history. Burr was born t...

Clinton, Charles, 1859-1936

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Dr. Charles A. Clinton was born in Ireland and came to the San Francisco in the early 1870s. He served on the Board of Education, City Board of Examination, Board of Health, and Board of Supervisors. As a supervisor, he was chairman of the Committee on Water and Water Rates. In his medical practice he was known for treating epilepsy. From the description of Scrapbook of clippings on Charles A. Clinton and San Francisco water rates, 1893-1898. (California Historical Society). WorldCat...

Clinton, Alexander, 1793-1878

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United States. Continental Army

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In response to the expansion of the Continental Army the number of staff was increased and reorganized in 1776. Changes included the creation of a new unit to supplement George Washington's personal staff. This special unit, the Commander in Chief's Guard, was formed on March 12, 1776 with Captain Caleb Gibbs (formerly adjutant of the 14th Continental Regiment and appointed Aid to Major General Greene) as commander. The unit protected Washington, the army's cash, and official papers. ...

Clinton, James, 1736-1812

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American soldier; father of DeWitt Clinton. From the description of Autograph letter signed : "Camp Cannajoharie Creek", to Henry Glen in Schenectady, 1779 June 30. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 270904334 From the description of Autograph letter signed : White Plains, to his wife, 1778 Aug. 20. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 270904336 Revolutionary War General, brother of Governor George Clinton. From the description of Letter, 1800 February 14. (Unknow...

Clinton, Mary DeWitt.

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