War of 1812 veterans' certificates of claim awards and related records
Series Number
A0020
Summary
This series consists mostly of affidavits documenting a claimant's right to reimbursement from War of 1812 service in a New York militia or volunteer unit, as well as certificates issued to claimants after the Adjutant General's Office reviewed and adjusted their claims. The bulk of the series documents in-state claimants.
Creator
New York (State). Adjutant General's Office
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.
This opinion of Richard Crowley, State Agent for War Claims, reviews legislation for settlement of claims against the state arising from the War of 1812. It recommends that the state seek reimbursement for expenditures under the "Omnibus Claims Bill" passed by the U.S. Congress, March 4, 1905. The opinion also reviews possible claims arising from the Civil War and War with Spain and includes a bill introduced in U.S. Congress for reimbursement of expenditures in the War of 1812.
Creator
New York (State). Comptroller's Office
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.
War of 1812 veterans' claims, affidavits of service, and powers of attorney
Series Number
A3352
Summary
This series consists of claim applications submitted by, or on behalf of, War of 1812 veterans who fought in New York State militia and volunteer units. The records contain detailed information about claimants, both residents and non-residents of New York State, including name; age; residence; rank; company; regiment; commander; where soldier served; dates of service; term of service; federal land warrant number and acreage received; amount expended for clothing, equipment, and supplies furnished; transportation expenses; and total amount of claim.
Creator
New York (State). Adjutant General's Office
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.