Williams, Roger, fl. 1640-1667 to John Winthrop

GLC01590

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GLC#
GLC01590
Type
Letters
Date
circa July 6, 1640
Author/Creator
Williams, Roger, fl. 1640-1667
Title
to John Winthrop
Place Written
Providence, Rhode Island
Pagination
1 p. : Height: 31 cm, Width: 19 cm
Language
English

Discusses the current behavior of the Native Americans in his area. Mentions struggles between the sachem Uncas, allied with the European settlers, and his enemy, Miantinomo. Postscript possibly refers to the efforts of King Charles I to restore High Church liturgy in Scotland. Letter written to Royal Governor of the Massachusetts Bay Colony Winthrop during (or shortly after) his second term. Date of composition may be June 7, 1640 instead of July 6, 1640. Williams was founder of Rhode Island.

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