Records of the Virginia Quartermaster General,

Access and use

Location of collection:
Library of Virginia
The Library of Virginia
800 East Broad Street
Richmond, VA 23219
Contact for questions and access:
POC: Archives Reference Services
Phone: (804) 692-3888

Summary

Creator:
Quartermaster General.

Background

Scope and content:

Virginia Quartermaster General records include a receipt book, papers and returns.

For additional records see the Governor's Executive Papers for this time period.

Biographical / historical:

The office of Quartermaster General was created by an ordinance of the fourth revolutionary convention passed during its session begun on December 1, 1775. In October 1782 the quartermaster general assumed the duties of the commercial agent, which was abolished by the General Assembly. Although quartermasters continued to be appointed to supply the militia, the revolutionary office ceased to function soon after the Treaty of Paris was signed on September 3, 1783, ending hostilities.

Acquisition information:
Acquired prior to 1905.
Physical description:
1 volume and .45 cubic feet.