Difference between revisions of "Philipsburg Proclamation"
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This second proclamation sought again to persuade slaves to join the [[Loyalist]] cause and fight against colonial subjects by enlisting in the Royal Army. Those who joined the Royals became known as a ''Black Loyalist''. | This second proclamation sought again to persuade slaves to join the [[Loyalist]] cause and fight against colonial subjects by enlisting in the Royal Army. Those who joined the Royals became known as a ''Black Loyalist''. | ||
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| + | The Philipsburg Proclamation is named after the ''Philipsburg Manor'', which was used during the Revolutionary War by general Henry Clinton. The last lord of Philipse Manor was Loyalist Frederick Philipse III who was also himself a slave owner. The Philipsburg Proclamation only sought to free the slaves of patriots in the newly formed United States, the proclamation did not free any slaves held by Loyalists. | ||
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Latest revision as of 06:25, February 16, 2026
The Philipsburg Proclamation was issued toward the end of the American Revolution following Dunmore's Proclamation.
Background
This second proclamation sought again to persuade slaves to join the Loyalist cause and fight against colonial subjects by enlisting in the Royal Army. Those who joined the Royals became known as a Black Loyalist.
The Philipsburg Proclamation is named after the Philipsburg Manor, which was used during the Revolutionary War by general Henry Clinton. The last lord of Philipse Manor was Loyalist Frederick Philipse III who was also himself a slave owner. The Philipsburg Proclamation only sought to free the slaves of patriots in the newly formed United States, the proclamation did not free any slaves held by Loyalists.
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General Clinton issued the following proclamation:[1]
Whereas the enemy have adopted a practice of enrolling NEGROES among their Troops, I do hereby give notice That all NEGROES taken in arms, or upon any military Duty, shall be purchased for the public service at a stated Price; the money to be paid to the Captors.
But I do most strictly forbid any Person to sell or claim Right over any NEGROE, the property of a Rebel, who may take Refuge with any part of this Army: And I do promise to every NEGROE who shall desert the Rebel Standard, full security to follow within these Lines, any Occupation which he shall think proper.
Given under my Hand, at Head Quarters, PHILIPSBURGH the 30th day of June, 1779.
H CLINTON
