Jeremiah Mayner Land Grant
This collection consists of one land grant from the United States government to Jeremiah Mayner for his service in the military. He served as a private in Captain Powell’s Company during the Florida War. The granting of military bounty land in the United States was a common practice to encourage enlistments or reward soldiers for previous service. The grant was signed by President Franklin Pierce.
Dates
- 1856 January 15
Language
The material in this collection is in English.
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Conditions Governing Use
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Extent
0.1 Linear Feet
Abstract
This collection consists of one land grant from the United States government to Jeremiah Mayner for his service in the military. He served as a private in Captain Powell’s Company during the Florida War.
Biographical/Historical Note
No biographical information found.
Acquisition Note
This collection was purchased by Special Collections in 1966.
Repository Details
Part of the Betsey B. Creekmore Special Collections and University Archives, The University of Tennessee, Knoxville Repository