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Undated . Silas Charles DS Copy to Cadwallader Colden; Province of New York.

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Box 1
Abstract:
Copy of a petition, signed by Silas Charles with his mark, representing the Montuak tribe. Background and interactions between the British and the Montuaks--remnants of a once numerous tribe formerly on Nassau Island, now the British East Hamptons. Charles states that the Montuak tribe are "becoming not only civilized but christianized" and have pledged themeleves to King George. Complaints about difficult relations between the Indians and English neighbors. Request for assistance to prevent encroachment and to clarify what property still belongs to them.
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Collection

Great Britain Indian Department collection, 1753-1795
Total components 52
Items available online Online 51
Last indexed 2025-02-09