Draft signed by William Clark, Washington, to James Barbour, regarding Indian policy, March 1, 1826
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- Clark Family Collection | <emph render="bold">William Clark Series</emph> | Document of William Clark, Washington, to James Barbour, secretary of war. Long letter regarding Native American policy, including at least seven points and states that “while strong and hostile it was our policy and duty to weaken them; now that they are weak and harmless, and most of their lands fallen into our hands, justice and humanity require us to cherish and befriend them.” (transcript included), 1826 Mar 1
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