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Abstract of claims of the New York Militia


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Overview of the Records

Repository:

New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230

Summary:
This register of claims and awards resulted from a law requiring the adjutants and inspector-generals to obtain and revise records dealing with claim payments to state militiamen who served in the War of 1812; and to report to the comptroller the names, places of residence, and amounts due. The register lists the claim number; name of claimant; claimant's residence; amount awarded; and occasional remarks on particular claims.
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Title:
Abstract of claims of the New York Militia
Quantity:

0.2 cubic feet

1 volume

Inclusive Dates:
1812
Series Number:
A1302

Arrangement

Alphabetical by initial of claimant's surname.

Scope and Content Note

This register of claims and awards resulted from a law requiring the adjutants and inspector-generals to obtain and revise records dealing with claim payments to state militiamen who served in the War of 1812; and to report to the comptroller the names, places of residence, and amounts due.

The register lists the claim number; name of claimant; claimant's residence; amount awarded; and occasional remarks on particular claims.

Custodial History

Collation date 1869-1870.

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