Polity Trans-Oconee Republic

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Was a short-lived, independent state west of the Oconee River (in the state of Georgia). Established by General Elijah Clarke in May 1794, it was an attempt to head off the new Federal government's ceding of lands claimed by Georgia back to the Creek.

Establishment

  • June 1794: The Trans-Oconee Republic was a short-lived, independent state west of the Oconee River (in the state of Georgia). Established by General Elijah Clarke in May 1794, it was an attempt to head off the new Federal government's ceding of lands claimed by Georgia back to the Creek.

Chronology

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Disestablishment

  • October 1794: In September 1794, state and federal troops led by General Elijah Clarke forced him and his followers to surrender and leave the Trans-Oconee Republic settlements. The armed forces destroyed the houses and forts as part of the conflict between the settlers and the USA government.