Download Membership diploma of Society of the Cincinnati

Membership diploma of Society of the
Cincinnati, [circa 1795]
Overview of the Collection
Creator Washington, George, 1732-1799
Title Membership diploma of Society of the Cincinnati
Dates [circa 1795] (inclusive)
1795 1795
Quantity 1 item
Collection Number Cage 4659 (collection)
Summary
Repository Washington State University Libraries, Manuscripts, Archives, and
Special Collections.
Manuscripts, Archives, and Special Collections
Terrell Library Suite 12
Pullman WA
99164-5610
Telephone: 509-335-6691
[email protected]
Languages English
Content Description
The blank document of a membership diploma of the Society of the Cincinnati. Signature of George
Washington as the national president of the society, also signature of Henry Knox, the national
secretary.
Historical Note
Organization founded in 1783, membership was restricted to American and French officers in the
Revolutionary War. Named for the Roman general Lucius Quintus Cincinnatus. The object was to
perpetuate friendship of members, preserve liberty, and assist members and their families requiring aid.
Administrative Information
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Subject Terms :
Presidents -- United States -- Autographs
Statesmen -- United States -- Autographs
Personal Names :
Membership diploma of Society of the Cincinnati, [circa
1795]
http://archiveswest.orbiscascade.org/ark:/80444/xv97366
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Washington, George, -- 1732-1799
Corporate Names :
Society of the Cincinnati
Membership diploma of Society of the Cincinnati, [circa
1795]
http://archiveswest.orbiscascade.org/ark:/80444/xv97366
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