Register of land bounty rights
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Overview of the Records
Repository
- New York State Archives
222 Madison Avenue
Albany, NY 12230
Summary
- This fragmentary volume contains information on the assignment of land bounty rights to militia "classes." It lists class, soldier's name, muster master, and regiment. It is in fragile condition due to burn damage.
Title
- Register of land bounty rights
Quantity
- 0.5 cubic feet; 1 volume
Inclusive Dates
Series Number
- A0808
Creator
Scope and Content Note
This series consists of a burned fragment of volume of "Land Bounty Rights" (possibly for Albany County). By Acts of 1778 and 1780 each militia Regiment was divided into classes which were obliged to furnish one armed man on call. "Land Rights" were awarded to classes which did so.
This volume (a transcription of the original) lists class, soldier's name, muster master, and regiment, but much of the information has been destroyed.
Other Finding Aids
There is an "Index to Heads of Classes", and an "Index to Certificates of Location".
Custodial History
These records were burned in the 1911 State Capitol fire.
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.