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.
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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