Commissary books, 1777-1783.

Massachusetts. Truckhouse and Commissary (Machias, Me.)

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The defense of the eastern Maine coast the British during the Revolutionary War was a concern of the Massachusetts General Court and the Continental Congress, addressed by two ventures: (1) establishment at Machias of a truckhouse for regional Indian tribes (see: Truckhouse books, 1776-1780 ((M-Ar)2408X)) to encourage their participation in the war effort under the Continental Army agent (later superintendent) for Indian affairs in the Eastern Department, Col. John Allan (see: Massa...

Smith, Stephen, 1739-1806

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Allan, John, 1747-1805

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Colonel during the Revolutionary War. From the description of John Allan military documents, 1775-1780. (Maine Historical Society Library). WorldCat record id: 70978506 ...

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. ...