Its provisions defined enlistment in the militia, listed exemptions, made the governor ex officio commander in chief of the military and naval forces of the state, allowed for the executive appointment of an adjutant general and general staff officers, and authorized the legislative assembly to provide necessary rules and regulations for governing the militia. 2.0 cubic feet Microfilm Reels 30-34 and Calendar Microfilm Series documents communications between the Oregon Military Department and state, local, and federal agencies. Records include letters, memos, telegrams, routine reports, and attachments. The correspondence covers most military activities in which the Oregon Military Department participated, including the Cayuse, Rogue River, and Yakima Indian Wars and the Mexican War. The records also describe military conditions, the formation of units and organizations, development of weapons and material, military intelligence and investigations, and the relationship of the Oregon Military Department with the US Armed Forces.
Series is arranged chronologically by date of correspondence.
Reports include title, date, and text of report. Series is arranged alphabetically by title or subject of report. Bonds show bond number, face value, interest rate, bondholder's name, date purchased, signatures of the Cayuse War Claims Commissioners and the governor, and date redeemed. Series is arranged alphabetically by bond holder's name. Series documents claims filed with the provisional and territorial governments for supplies and services provided to the military and for property destroyed during the Cayuse Indian War.