May 29, 1781: Va House of Delegates demands that Jefferson call out the militia

With the state under attack by the British, the House of Delegates calls on Gov. Jefferson to activate the militia: “Resolved, That the Governor be desired immediately, and with all possible expedition, to order into service such a number of Militia as will enable the Commander of the army to oppose the enemy with effect, and that they bring with them such arms and ammunition as they can procure.

“Resolved, That the Governor be desired to order into service from time to time, the necessary members of Militia to relieve such as may be on duty, so as to make the service as little burthensome as possible to our fellow-citizens at large.” (Virginia House of Delegates Journal 1781 p. 5)