Treaty Between the United States of America and the Chippewa Indians

GLC08055.09

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GLC#
GLC08055.09-View header record
Type
Books & pamphlets
Date
2 August 1855
Title
Treaty Between the United States of America and the Chippewa Indians
Place Written
Washington, District of Columbia
Pagination
5 p. : Height: 31 cm, Width: 19.5 cm
Primary time period
National Expansion and Reform, 1815-1860
Sub-Era
Age of Jackson

Concerns the cession of Chippewa fishing rights at the Falls of St. Mary's and the remuneration they will receive. Authorized by President Franklin Pierce. Treaty arranged by George W. Manypenny and Henry C. Gilbert, Commissioners on the part of the United States, and the Chippewa leaders. Ratified on 24 April 1856.

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