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)
17951795
Quantity: 0.01 Linear feet of shelf space, (1 Folder)
Collection Number: Cage 4659 (collection)
Summary: 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.
Repository: Washington State University Libraries' Manuscripts, Archives, and Special Collections (MASC)
Manuscripts, Archives, and Special Collections
Terrell Library Suite 12
Pullman, WA
99164-5610
Telephone: 509-335-6691
mascref@wsu.edu
Access Restrictions: This collection is open and available for research use.
Languages: English

Historical NoteReturn to Top

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.

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

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.

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Membership diploma of Society of the Cincinnati, circa 1795 (Cage 4659)

Manuscripts, Archives, and Special Collections, Washington State University Libraries, Pullman, WA.

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