Military District of Louisiana
In legislation enacted October 31, 1803, Congress made provisions for a temporary government of the territory purchased from France. The President was authorized to use military forces to maintain order, although local civil government was to continue as it had under French and Spanish rule. This military rule was in effect from March 10, 1804 —the official date of transfer from French hands (known as Three Flags Day) —until September 30, 1804. At this time, the District was further divided into five administrative divisions: New Madrid, Cape Girardeau, Ste. Genevieve, St. Charles, and St. Louis. Amos Stoddard served during this time as District Commandant.
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