This section features Colonial era documents relating to Native American and African American history, dating back to the early 1700s. An interesting collection of letters and documents, perhaps controversial in todays social scheme, but none the less, part of our American history.
1706, Colonel Benjamin Church, known for harsh treatment of Indians during King Philips War, defends an Indian by posting a bond for him in a disputed case. Signed by Judge Nathaniel Byfield. Document is 8x12, folds, else in overall good condition.
