Porter, Pleasant, 1840-1907
Person
Biography
Pleasant Porter was a respected American Indian statesman and the Principal Chief of the Creek Nation from 1899 until his death.
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
William McIntosh Papers, 1802-1906
Collection
Identifier: MC-1964-140
Scope and Contents
Gen. William McIntosh was a Creek Indian Chief who favored the removal of the Creeks out of the state of Georgia to lands in the West. In this matter there was a strong party in opposition. On April 30, 1825, a force of these Indians burned his home, then killed him and other members of his family. General McIntosh was a cousin of Gov. George M. Troup of Georgia.The papers include a letter to Governor Troup written and signed by Gen. William McIntosh; letters and copies of...
Dates:
1802 - 1906
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- Subject: Creek Nation -- History. X