John Preston to Francis Preston, 1792 July 26
Scope and Contents
Scope and Contents
Preston only officer present; "Indians hovering near my lines"; W. Breckenridge's family at Smithfield; Bluestone fired on by three Indians; W. Crockett then Preston search for Indians; Indians retired to the Henides?; hard to surprise; assembly called early; prepare to leave before expected; sent Jim home to put horses in order; instruct brother to take care of horses; send book Vatell's Law of Nations; did not send sugar; also includes a morning report of Lieut. Crockett's detachment of Capt. Preston's company. 2pp. ALS.
Dates
- Creation: 1792 July 26
Creator
- From the Collection: Preston Family (Family)
- From the Collection: Floyd, John Buchanan, 1806-1863 (Person)
- From the Collection: Hughes family (Collector, Family)
- From the Collection: Hughes, Robert William (Collector, Person)
- From the Collection: Humboldt, Alexander von, 1769-1859 (Person)
- From the Collection: Johnston, Joseph Eggleston, 1807-1891 (Person)
- From the Collection: Preston, Francis (Person)
- From the Collection: Preston, John, 1764-1827 (Person)
Language of Materials
English
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Extent
From the Collection: 0.75 Linear Feet
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository