Letter : to the kings, head men and warriors of the Creek Nation, [1785 or 1786].

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Letter : to the kings, head men and warriors of the Creek Nation, [1785 or 1786].

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Undated communication with the Creek Nation, written by Samuel Elbert during his term as governor of Georgia (1785-1786), regarding peace, the opening of trade, and the setting of a boundary line between the state of Georgia and the nation.

1 item (1 folded sheet (4 p.)) ; 36 cm.

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