Today in Chickamauga History - January 24
1793, January 24: Peace with the Cherokees - Despite beligerent acts by the Cherokees, including the capture and release of Captain Handley, Blount believes peace with that Nation is at hand. - http://wardepartmentpapers.org/s/home/item/44119
1794, January 24: Conversation Between Governor Blount and Captain Handley - Blount interviews Handley about his captivity with the Cherokee and information he may have gathered while there. Minutes of a conversation between Governor Blount and Captain Handley, just returned from captiivity among the Cherokees. - Notable Person/Group: John Watts – Notable Location: Lower Towns - https://wardepartmentpapers.org/s/home/item/78211
[EDITORIAL]: John Watts was a Lower Town Chickamauga Chief.