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Draft Copy of Chief John Ross' annual message to National Council

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Draft copy and copy of Chief John Ross' annual message to National Council which reviews recent events, describes Cherokee Mounted Regiment, and seeks ratification of treaty with Confederacy. (Moulton). Two folded sheets of paper with handwritten text in ink on six pages. Folder 1130

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Title(s): 
Draft Copy of Chief John Ross' annual message to National Council
Creator(s): 
John Ross (Subject)
Culture: 
Native American; Cherokee
Date: 
October 9, 1861
Materials/Techniques: 
ink on paper
Classification: 
Accession No: 
4026.1324.b-.b.5
Department: 
Collection: 
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