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)
Quantity
1 item
Collection Number
Cage 4659 (collection)
Summary
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
Languages
English

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.

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.

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Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Subject Terms

  • Presidents -- United States -- Autographs
  • Statesmen -- United States -- Autographs

Personal Names

  • Washington, George, -- 1732-1799

Corporate Names

  • Society of the Cincinnati

Finding aid prepared by MarcEdit
2015

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