Dongan, Thomas, 1634-1715 Proposition to the Senecas, Cayugas, and Onondagas

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Type
Documents
Date
1687/07/04
Author/Creator
Dongan, Thomas, 1634-1715
Title
Proposition to the Senecas, Cayugas, and Onondagas
Place Written
New York, New York
Pagination
3p. : docket : Height: 33 cm, Width: 21.2 cm
Primary time period
Colonization and Settlement, 1585-1763
Sub-Era
Native Americans

In his proposal, Dongan forbids the Indians to travel to Cadarachqui at the Governor of Canada's request, and reminds them to remain loyal to England at all times. He also instructs them on what to do in the event of an attack, and notes that he will supply them with provisions and ammunition. On p.3 there is a portion of a Dutch translation of the document.

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