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William Henry Harrison, headquarters Seneca Town, letter to Brigadier General Green Clay, Fort Meigs :
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William Henry Harrison, headquarters Camp Seneca, letter to Brigadier General Green Clay, Fort Meigs :
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Harrison describes the aftermath of the Battle of Fort Stephenson during the War of 1812, including number of prisoners taken; he also provides information on current military operations in the area, and beef supplies for Fort Meigs. He mentions reports of the presence of Tecumseh and Native American warriors in the area of Fort Meigs.
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William Henry Harrison, headquarters Fort Amanda, letter to Brigadier General Green Clay :
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Harrison reports on his plans to set out for Fort Meigs during the War of 1812; sends orders to Clay regarding Fort St. Mary's, Fort Winchester, and Fort McArthur. He also discusses ammunition supplies.
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William Henry Harrison, headquarters Seneca Town, letter to Brigadier General Green Clay, Fort Meigs :
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Harrison writes during the War of 1812 regarding troop reorganization and assignments, which will give Clay some respite. He also discusses the construction of a new fort and ammunition. The postscript on August 24 discusses food rations and salt.
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William Henry Harrison, headquarters Lower Sandusky, Ohio, letter to Brigadier General Green Clay, Fort Meigs :
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Harrison sends information on payments to militia during the War of 1812; he also orders Clay to prepare to muster all troops and prepare returns at Fort Meigs.
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William Henry Harrison, headquarters Camp Meigs, letter to Brigadier General Green Clay :
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Harrison discusses provisions for Fort Meigs during the War of 1812, damage to storehouses and property from the siege, and repairs of tools needed. He also mentions troop discipline and drills, and warns Clay against soldiers' movements beyond the protection of the fort.
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William Henry Harrison, headquarters onboard the Lawrence sloop of war, letter to Brigadier General Green Clay, Fort Meigs :
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Harrison informs Clay during the War of 1812 that the available seamen at Fort Meigs will be sent to Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry for his expedition to Malden.
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