Overview of the Records
Repository:
New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230
Summary:
Revolutionary War soldiers and individuals who provided material support during the war were eligible to receive bounty lands
from the state. Assembly ad hoc and later standing committees reviewed petitions for bounty lands and made recommendations
upon which the Assembly acted. The reports in this series contain committee recommendations regarding such petitions and Assembly
resolutions approving recommended action.
Creator:
Title:
Reports on petitions for bounty lands for Revolutionary War service
Quantity:
0.6 cubic feet
Inclusive Dates:
circa 1784-1815
Bulk Dates:
bulk 1808-1815
Series Number:
A1822