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to George G. Meade
24 October 1864
Grant, Ulysses S. (Ulysses Simpson), 1822-1885
Ordering Meade to send "one of your reduced regular regiments to New York City to report to General Dix for duty."
GLC03470
to Sister
6 July 1863
Terry, Robert B., fl. 1861-1865
Reports that they are receiving patients "every five minutes" at the hospital, as the "city is flooded with wounded." Tells her there "was considerable excitement in the city...as some of the scouting parties of the rebels came within 7 miles of the...
GLC03523.08.76
to Louisa B. Terry
10 March 1864
Addresses letter to his sister "Lou," telling her that he thinks "Gen. [Ulysses S.] Grant deserves the extra Star for the service he has rendered the U.S. during the present Rebellion..." Also remarks that he would like to see General George Meade...
GLC03523.08.94
To Joseph M. Maitland
17 July 1863
Maitland, James M., 1815-1864
Tells his son that "my prayer is daily that you all may be prepared that if the Master calleth you may be received to that Land where there is no more death, no more bloodshed." Informs him that General George Meade was "not quite swift enough to...
GLC03523.10.080
to Elhanan M. Mast
19 July 1863
S., Mattie, fl. 1863
A vibrant letter written to "brother Mast." Writes, "Good morning brother Mast! What are you doing this delightful sabbath sunday! The bells are ringing the birds are singing and every thing and every body seems to say 'God and gratitude' and you Mr...
GLC03523.10.081
to George William Curtis
20 March 1865
Burnside, Ambrose Everett, 1824-1881
Thanks Curtis for a congratulatory letter he recently sent. Notes that his reply was delayed due to the publication of a court proceeding (possibly related to the Battle of the Crater debacle). Defends his actions, and criticizes General George...
GLC04385.04
[Printed circular number one from the Office of the Committee on Labor, Income, and Revenue]
3 May 1864
Bond, L. Montgomery, fl. 1864
The Committee for a Day's Labor requests a donation of one day's earnings from all classes of the community for benefit of the Great Central Fair. Printed on Office of the Committee on Labor, Income, and Revenue stationery. Accompanied by an...
GLC04639
to William Farrar Smith
16 June 1864
Meade, George Gordon, 1815-1872
Meade, Commander of the Army of the Potomac, writes on Headquarters, Army of the Potomac stationery in Virginia near Petersburg. Written at 3:30 pm. Refers to a note he wrote at 2:00 pm, regarding the practicality of an attack on Petersburg led by...
GLC04064
to Mary Reeser
18 December 1864
G.F.H., fl. 1864
Comments that he just returned from a meeting in Chandlersburg, [Pennsylvania] where they sang and had a prayer meeting. Tells Mary which girls went home with whom from the meeting. Describes eavesdropping on a conversation that he heard on his way...
GLC03523.43.21
to John Reeser
2 March 1865
Hulslander, George, fl. 1865
Says that he is in good health and has enough to eat and a good place to sleep. Writes of the barracks being over crowded and more men piling in. Says nothing has taken place for a few days, however, a group of men may be sent out this afternoon....
GLC03523.43.24
to Ulysses S. Grant
25 March 1865
Major General Meade writes to Lieutenant General Grant to report on a unsuccessful Confederate attacks on Fort Stedman, the repulse of the enemy, and subsequent movements of Union forces under Generals Parke, Wright, and Humphreys. Written a few...
GLC03549
to Horatio G. Wright.
10 May 1864
Meade, Commander of the Army of the Potomac, informs General Wright that General Gershom Mott "taken position on your left will be under your direction." Instructs Wright to General Ambrose Burnside's relief if Wright hears heavy firing at Burnside...
GLC03832
to Edward Davis Townsend
7 September 1865
Major General Meade requests information regarding "the organization of the Division of Colored troops formerly belonging to the 28th Corps" from Townsend, the Assistant Adjutant General. Inquires regarding the status of the command of Brigadier...
GLC03946
to George Gordon Meade
2 April 1865
Grant, Commander-in-Chief of the United States Army, writes from Headquarters of the Armies of the United States to Meade, Commander of the Army of the Potomac. Discussing an assault on Petersburg, states that General Horatio Wright can contribute...
GLC04907.01
[General George Meade and 35 staff members at Cold Harbor]
June 12, 1864
Brady, Mathew B., 1823-1896
One photograph taken by Mathew Brady dated June 12, 1864. According to Photographic History of the Civil War Vol. 2, p. 1067, image is of Union General George Meade who is seated at center with legs crossed, surrounded by his staff. Major General...
GLC05111.01.0045
[Major Generals George G. Meade, John Sedgwick, and others with staff officers at Horse Artillery headquarters, Brandy Station, VA.]
February 1864
A print of a photograph of staff officers at Brany Station, VA. From the far right: Brig. Gen. A.T.A. Torbert, Major General John Sedgwick, and General George G. Meade. Brig. Gen. Robert O. Tyler stands fifth from left in the front row. The rest of...
GLC05111.01.0130
Gen. George G. Meade and staff, Culpeper, Va. Sept. 1863
September 1863
O'Sullivan, Timothy H., 1840-1882
A print of General George G. Meade sitting in a chair on a porch outside his headquarters [Wallack's House]. General Andrew A. Humphreys climbs the steps toward Meade. Standing, to Meade's right is Major J.C. Biddle, A.D.C. Eight other officers of...
GLC05111.01.0174
Report of the operations of 11th Corps From June 28th to July 25th exclusive of the Battle of Gettysburg.
9 September 1863
Howard, Oliver Otis, 1830-1909
Reports activities of the 11th Corps, Army of the Potomac. Mentions Confederate and Union troop locations and actions. Refers to specific commanders, including Generals George Gordon Meade, John Sedgwick, and Alexander Schimmelfennig. Writes "I...
GLC05851
Porter and Gen. Meade
1865
Willard, O.H., fl. 1865
Title from verso. Depicts David Dixon Porter and George G. Meade seated facing each other on opposite sides of small round table. Porter's hat is on the table. Meade wears one star. Photographer imprint on verso. Signed on mount.
GLC05595.02
11 November 1864
Grant, Commander in Chief of the United States Army, writes to Meade, Commander of the Army of the Potomac, during the Union's operations against Petersburg. States that Confederate forces are moving on General Terry's (possibly Alfred Howe Terry's)...
GLC05623
to Leander H. Riddle
28 June 1865
Praises a fallen comrade and expresses the need for "care and protection of the widows and orphans of those who have offered up their lives in saving the nation." Comments on the death of General Thomas A. Smythe and Brigadier General Thomas....
GLC06460
[Standing orders for the first day of the Battle of Gettysburg]
1 July 1863
Clerical copy of the circular order for the Army of the Potomac for Gettysburg. Written before the battle took shape while Meade thought the major engagement would be fought at Harrisburg; orders a defensive stance. Explains the details this...
GLC02522
to Thomas A. McParlin
6 December 1864
Partially printed letter transmitting McParlin's appointment (not included) to Medical Director of the Army of Virginia. Form letter offering congratulations. Issued on stationery of "Head-Quarters, Army of the Potomac."
GLC02649.25
December 6, 1864
Draft copy of GLC02649.25, probably written by a secretary. Letter transmitting McParlin's appointment (not included) to Medical Director of the Army of Virginia. Form letter offering congratulations. Signed as "official" by Brevet Major General...
GLC02649.26
to Thomas McParlin
16 April 1866
Major General Meade informs McParlin that he has complied with his request for a recommendation (see GLC02649.30): "I think if any medical officers are entitled to the Brevet of Brig Genl it [is] these who like yourself stuck it out in the field and...
GLC02649.29
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