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George Galphin Letters

 Collection
Identifier: VAULT box-Ayer-MS-313

Abstract

Outgoing correspondence from South Carolina of the Indian trader and Revolutionary patriot while serving as commissioner of Indian affairs. The purpose was to inform Benjamin Lincoln, commander of the Southern Department, of the current situation with the Creek Indians and his efforts to maintain their friendship.

Dates

  • Creation: 1778-1780

Creator

Extent

0.1 Linear Feet (3 folders)

Language of Materials

English

Status
Catalog Record Only
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin

Repository Details

Part of the The Newberry Library - Modern Manuscripts and Archives Repository

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