Certificates testifying to the character of Green Clay, 1808.

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Certificates testifying to the character of Green Clay, 1808.

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Members of the Kentucky legislature testify as to the good character of General Clay, deending him against charges of prejudice against settlers south of the Green River in a controversy over debts and military service.

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Clay, Green, 1757-1826

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Green Clay was born in Powhaton County, Virginia, and emigrated to Kentucky in 1777. A surveyor, he amassed a vast land estate, settling in Madison County. A Kentucky legislator and soldier, he served as major general in Kentucky Militia during the War of 1812. He raised the siege of Fort Meigs, Ohio, reinforcing the army of General William Henry Harrison. From the description of Green Clay letters received, 1808-1813 [microform]. (Ohio Historical Society). WorldCat record id: 464504...