Papers of Jonathan Trumbull

FAIN: RO-10457-69

University of Connecticut (Storrs, CT 06269-9000)
Neil Hemphill (Project Director: November 1969 to present)

Project to locate, select, and edit the more important personal and public papers of Jonathan Trumbull, Sr. (1710-1785), governor of Connecticut before and during the Revolution. ABSTRACT: Project to locate, select, and edit the more important personal and public papers of Jonathan Trumbull, Sr. (1710-1785). Trumbull, governor of Connecticut before and during the Revolution (1769-84), provided supplies for the Continental Army (Connecticut became known as the "Provision State"), helped to mobilize Connecticut sentiment in favor of independence so that the Loyalist threat was far less there than in most other states. Close relationship with Washington. Trumbull important second-tier figure in American history. No comprehensive collection of his works in existence. Funds for PI's salary, assistant editor, secretarial assistance, supplies.