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[January 1813]

List of O[…] Supposed to have been killed French […] River Maison in the Action of 22nd Jan. 1813. Two-page list. Charts of totals, entitled "Recapitulation," at the bottom of the second page.

GLC06997.019

Receipt of payment for service

"by the hands of Brig. General James Winchester," signed by George Madison, Maj., 1st Rifle Regiment, Ky Vol. Militia.

GLC06997.020

Receipt of payment for service

"by the hands of Brig. Gen. James Winchester," signed by George Madison, Maj., 1st Rifle Regiment, Ky Vol. Militia.

GLC06997.021

to James Winchester

Writes an additional response to Winchester's letter of the 7th. Sends "27 newspapers in a bundle" for Winchester and his fellow prisoners.

GLC06997.022

to General Glasgow

The writer requests $1000.00 for himself and his fellow prisoners. States that he delayed this request in the hopes that a treaty would soon be signed and they would be released, but finds that they will need the money unless they are freed...

GLC06997.023

to James Winchester

Informs him of the news from home. His friends and family are well; the suit with Jackson and Evans was heard in court. No decision has yet been rendered.

GLC06997.024

to Captain Francis Kempt

"I am told you object to my having Joseph Cains as a servant on the grounds that … he was born in the East Indies and possibly in those parts…owned or possessed by your Government." The writer proposes another servant for himself and two more for...

GLC06997.025

Receipt of payment for service

"by the hands of Brig. Gen. James Winchester," signed by George Madison, Maj., 1st Rifle Regiment, Ky Vol. Militia. Written at Beauport

GLC06997.026

to mayor Thomas Apinwall

The writer explains the circumstances of his capture. It appears that British vessels were mistaken for American ones. Written at Beauport

GLC06997.027

Receipt of partial payment for service

"by the hands of Brig. Gen. Jas. Winchester," signed by John P. Clarke, Lieut. 5th U.S. Artillery. Written at Beauport

GLC06997.028

Receipt of partial payment for service

for service from Gen. Winchester, signed by John P. Clarke. Written at Beauport

GLC06997.029

to James Winchester

Kempt writes from a transport ship, which will be leaving early the following day. He will therefore be unable to visit Winchester and his fellow officers. Encloses "reasons for declining doing the General duty of an agent for Prisoners of War," as...

GLC06997.030

Receipt for clothing

"Received from the British Government one jacket, one pair trousers, one vest, one shirt & one blanket for which I am accountable to the U. States' Government." Five reception vouchers, each marked with an x by a U.S. soldier.

GLC06997.031

to James Winchester

The writers state that what Mr. Montrath has said concerning their behavior is untrue. They would like General Winchester to write to General Glasgow so that he will not believe any such false reports. Written at Beauport

GLC06997.033

to James Winchester

Writes on behalf of Captain Knaggs and himself. Hopes that the recent exchange of two officers may be a "prelude for others." Hopes for General Winchester's release, as well as their own Written at Beauport

GLC06997.034

to James Winchester

Change in servants' rationing.

GLC06997.035

to James Winchester

Plea for assistance. Van De Vinter hopes that Winchester may be able to effect "some mitigation of the rigor with which… [he is] bound." Along with Captain Roach and Lt. Smith, Van De Vinter has been held in solitary confinement. He is unwilling to...

GLC06997.036

to James Winchester

Thanks for Winchester's advice and encouragement. Polk is glad to hear that Winchester is residing in private quarters, rather than in prison. He informs Winchester that the non-commissioned officers have written him recently regarding "the many...

GLC06997.037

to James Winchester

Appeals for funds on behalf of the non-commissioned officers. Also asks for news, since "a 'death like silence' reigns here." Sends respects to Winchester's fellow officers, concluding, "I quiet the rising perturbations of youth when I place before...

GLC06997.038

to James Winchester

Acknowledges receipt of Winchester's letter, says that he has communicated its Re to the American officers. He is happy to report that the men are "fully sensible of the high responsibility on which they stand to themselves and the American Army."...

GLC06997.039

to James Winchester

Thanks Winchester for the loan of $25.00 and encloses repayment. Also requests promotion to 1st lieutenancy. Written at Quebec Prison, Quebec, Canada.

GLC06997.040

to Maria Breedlove

"I sometime ago offered you your choice of my negresses ….I have not heard of your making a selection. I also offered you a choice of my riding horses. …

GLC06997.041

to Andrew Jackson

Request for an additional doctor "at the special instance [sic] of Captain Laval" because the regular surgeon, Dr. Armstrong, is ill.

GLC06997.042

to Maria Breedlove

General Winchester writes his daughter on the subject of women's dress. He has just returned from a ball, which he attended out of curiosity to see the local ladies, whom he found them much less attractive than the women of Quebec. He adds a...

GLC06997.043

to James Winchester

The size of the fleet at Bon Secour exceeds former reports. Also, Admiral Sterling's surgeon came ashore at Pensacola to attend Lavall and Tilournoy. Written at Bon Secour

GLC06997.044

[Report on the movements of ships in the vicinity of Petit Bois, N. Island and R. Island.]

Report on the movements of ships in the vicinity of Petit Bois, N. Island and R. Island. Note: A transcript exists. A note on the transcript reads: "Evidently a report on movements of the British fleet in the Gulf of Mexico, off the coast of the...

GLC06997.045

to James Winchester

Gaines lacks time to write himself, but encloses a report, which contains information Winchester wants about navigation. Apologizes for extraneous detail about "removal of the Factory."

GLC06997.046

to James Winchester

Asks Winchester to appoint an officer to the position of Assistant Adjutant General to help maintain order in the camp.

GLC06997.047

to Andrew Jackson

Awaits instructions, reports on latest movements of his troops and British forces. Concludes from intelligence received from Indians that an attack on Georgia may be expected.

GLC06997.048

to James Winchester

Charges of drunk and disorderly conduct against General Coulter, commander of a militia brigade from East Tennessee.

GLC06997.049

to James Winchester

Writes regarding removal of Creek prisoners of war. The Chippewa claim that the prisoners are their property and do not wish them removed. Taylor awaits further orders from Winchester before acting. Written at Fort Montgomery

GLC06997.050

[General Orders to James Winchester]

1. All surgeons to report to their posts. 2. General Court martial of Col. G. F. Ross of the 44th Infantry "and such prisoners as may be brought before it" to be held on 02/14/1815. Brigadier General James Winchester "hereby authorized to constitute...

GLC06997.051

to Maria Breedlove

Personal letter about family affairs.

GLC06997.052

to James Winchester

Response to Winchester's orders of the 22nd. Current state of the troops.Written at Fort Montgomery

GLC06997.053

[Report of Military Store]

including short table of grocery items and list of armaments.

GLC06997.054

to David Winchester

Letter of sympathy to his brother. Written at Cragfont .

GLC06997.055

to Maria E. Breedlove

Letter to daughter, enquiring after her sisters and brother and providing family news. Written at Cragfont .

GLC06997.056

to Maria E. Breedlove

Repeats enquiry about her brother and sisters, provides additional news.Written at Cragfont .

GLC06997.057

to James Winchester

Reply to Winchester's of the 24th. Campbell discusses artillery command assignments. He writes, "I had reason to of [sic] hoped from the Friendly Attention I had received from the General that my rights privilages [sic] and standing would not be...

GLC06997.058

to James Winchester

The office has published Winchester's sixth number, and has received the eighth, but is missing the seventh and would like Winchester to supply a copy.

GLC06997.059

to Maria Breedlove

Mrs. Winchester is happy that her daughters and her new granddaughter are well. She sympathizes with Maria's domestic difficulties, occasioned by "grumbling servants of colour and newly imported German girls," but says that "without pain trouble and...

GLC06997.060

to John C. Calhoun

Winchester will delay running the Chickasaw line until after the treaty with the Chickasaw nation has been concluded.

GLC06997.062

to Maria Breedlove

Writes regarding plans to lay out new town. Written 30 miles above Chicksaw Bluff on the Mississippi River

GLC06997.063

[James Winchester's bill]]

James Winchester's bill for setting south boundary of the State of
Tennessee.

GLC06997.064

to Reuben Blackmore

Bill for payment to Reuben Blackmore, chain carrier on surveying project forouth boundary of Tennessee. Docketed by Blackmore.

GLC06997.065

to Maria Breedlove

Reply to letters of Maria and her husband. Mrs. Winchester is happy that they and the new baby are well, but is anxious about the unhealthy conditions in New Orleans. Written at Cragfont .

GLC06997.066

to John C. Calhoun

Complaints of the Chickasaw chiefs regarding the recent establishment of the Tennessee state line. Winchester lists their major complaints, which he then answers.

GLC06997.067

to James Breedlove

Winchester writes regarding the settlement of Memphis, Tennessee. Written at Cragfont .

GLC06997.068

to Maria Breedlove

Apology for not writing sooner. Plans for Maria's visiting her parents with her children. News of family and neighbors. Written at Cragfont .

GLC06997.069

to Maria Breedlove

Thanks for letter, apology for not answering sooner. "You know my daughter my misfortune, to be entirely without education, else your letters should never remain a week unanswered." Sends family news, plans to visit in the coming summer if possible...

GLC06997.070

to David Winchester

Writes regarding court case in which David Winchester is currently involved. He encloses documents for David to complete, and hopes for a favorable settlement. He conveys greetings from family and acquaintances. He ends with a discussion of the...

GLC06997.071

to James Winchester

Encloses a letter from William Lawrence, with a proposal for publication he thinks worthy of consideration. Would like the General's opinion on the subject.

GLC06997.072

to James Winchester

pamphlet, newspaper publication

GLC06997.073

[Unused bill of sale]

Unused bill of sale for parcel of land in Memphis.

GLC06997.074

[State of Kentucky Court of Appeals]

Certification: J. Wrightman Smith permitted to practice as a counselor and attorney.

GLC06997.075

to James W. Breedlove

Statement of Mr. Breedlove's account

GLC06997.076

to Maria Breedlove

Cassedy is currently writing a biography of Mrs. Breedlove's father, James Winchester. He asks Mrs. Breedlove to have an engraving of her father made as a frontispiece for the book, which should be "as faithful to the truth of the countenance as the...

GLC06997.077

to James W. Breedlove

Written on the occasion of Breedlove's retirement from office. Cassedy does not believe current newspaper reports regarding Breedlove's mishandling of funds. He writes: "The allegation … is probably intended to affect the popular tide of the next...

GLC06997.078

[Receipt for funeral transactions]

Receipt for transactions involving shipment of husband's body.

GLC06997.079

Andersonville Prison, Georgia

Bears stamp of the Century Co. and several inscriptions. Cropped and trimmed version of GLC06999.02.

GLC06999.03

Andersonville Prison, Georgia

Caption printed on mount reads: "Andersonville Prison, Georgia. View from the Main Gate. Issuing Rations to thirty-three thousand Prisoners." Bears Century Co. stamp and several inscriptions.

GLC06999.04

Andersonville Prison

Lengthy ink inscription on verso indicates this may be an early view of the prison. With Century Co. stamp

GLC06999.05

Andersonville Prison, Georgia

Northwest view of the stockade. Thirty-three thousand prisoners in Bastile at te time it was taken. With Century Co. stamp and graphite inscriptions.

GLC06999.06

[Andersonville Prison]

Northwest view of the stockade. Enlarged copy of GLC06999.06, with Century Co. stamp and ink inscriptions on verso. Inscription on verso reads "N.W. part of Andersonville Prison, Ga. photographed in the summer of 1864 looking northwest or towards...

GLC06999.07

Andersonville Prison, Georgia

"Southwest View of the Stockade, Showing the Dead Line." Century Co. stamp on verso and graphite inscriptions.

GLC06999.08

North east view of Andersonville prison, Ga.

Duplicate of GLC06999.08 - North East View of Andersonville Prison. Verso contains duplicate of item GLC06999.01, with printed label pasted across. With Century Co. Stamp and ink inscriptions.

GLC06999.09

"Andersonville Prison, Georgia."

Caption reads "South-east view, taken from the stockade," but it is incorrect; it should read southwest view. With Century Co. stamp and graphite inscriptions. Same image as GLC06999.11 and GLC06999.12.

GLC06999.10

Southwest view of Andersonville Prison, Ga.

Same image as GLC06999.10 and GLC06999.12, but with corrected caption. With Century Co. and inscriptions. Typed caption on verso reads: "Southwest view of Andersonville Prison, Ga., photographed from the Branch in summer of 1864. Sink or trough in...

GLC06999.11

Andersonville Prison, Georgia.

Caption on mount reads "South-east view taken from the Stockade," but it is incorrect; should read southwest view. Same image as GLC06999.10 and GLC06999.11. With Century Co. stamp.

GLC06999.12

How they buried them...

(Title continues) "at Andersonville, Georgia."

GLC06999.13

Grave yard at Andersonville, Georgia

Caption on mount reads "Dead men, they tell no tales - but look at this picture and a tale is told that will never be forgotten."

GLC06999.14

Grave yard at Andersonville, Georgia

Same image as GLC06999.14. With Century Co. stamp and ink inscription on verso. Inscription on verso reads: "Graves of Union prisoners of war who died in Andersonville Prison, Ga. as left by the Confederates, photographed during the war."

GLC06999.15

[View of the Andersonville graveyard]

With Century Co. stamp and ink inscription. Same image as GLC06999.17 and GLC06999.18.

GLC06999.16

[View of the Andersonville graveyard]

Same image as GLC06999.16 and GLC06999.18. Stamp on verso.

GLC06999.17

[View of the Andersonville graveyard]

A different view of graveyard images GLC06999.16 and GLC06999.17. With Century Co. stamp blue pencil inscription.

GLC06999.18

[View of the Andersonville graveyard]

Same image as GLC06999.18. With Century Co. stamp and various inscriptions.

GLC06999.19

[Distant view of the Andersonville graveyard]

With Century Co. stamp and blue pencil inscription.

GLC06999.20

[Distant view of Andersonville graveyard]

Same image as GLC6999.20. With blue pencil inscription on verso.

GLC06999.21

[View of the Andersonville graveyard]

Two duplicates printed on one albumen. With Century Co. stamp and blue pencil inscription.

GLC06999.22

[View of the Andersonville graveyard]

Similar image to GLC06999.22, but a clearer image. With Century Co. stamp and black ink inscription.

GLC06999.23

[Stereocard of Castle Thunder Prison]

From a negative by Mathew Brady & Co. With various pencil inscriptions on verso. Only half of the stereocard is present, cutting off the original title and caption of the photograph.

GLC06999.24

[Stereocard of Castle Thunder Prison .]

From a negative by Mathew Brady & Co. With various pencil inscriptions on verso. Only half of the stereocard is present, cutting off the original title and caption of the photograph.

GLC06999.25

"Castle Thunder," Richmond, Va.

With Century Co. stamp, printed caption, and black ink inscription on verso. Enlarged version of GLC6999.25. Caption on verso reads "photographed in 1864. This Confederate prison was situated on Carey Street, and was originally a stron old brick...

GLC06999.26

Castle Thunder - Confederate Prison

With pencil inscriptions on verso. Only half of the stereocard is present, cutting off the original title and caption of the photograph.

GLC06999.27

[Libby Prison]

With Century Co. and black ink inscription.

GLC06999.28

Camp of Confederate Prisoners

Photograph taken after the Battle of Spotsylvania. With pencil inscriptions on verso.

GLC06999.29

Panoramic View of South End of Andersonville Prison, Ga.

This print of a sketch is based on A.J. Riddle's photograph of the southeast view of Andersonville Prison. With Century Co. stamp and various inscriptions. Caption on verso reads "photographed from the Branch in summer of 1864. Sink or trough in...

GLC06999.30

Union prisoners of war at Camp Sumter, Andersonville, Georgia

Recto and verso each contain composite views of the southeastern and southwestern parts of the prison compound (2 prints mounted per side). With Century Co. stamp and various notations.

GLC06999.31

Map of the prison

Map of the prison, with the locations of photographs # 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7 marked.

GLC06999.36

Map of the prison and surrounding areas.

Map of the prison and surrounding areas.

GLC06999.37

Photographs of Andersinville[Notes]

Notes, with autograph corrections, containing detailed descriptions of nine Riddle photographs. 9 p. His numbers correspond to those in this collection as follows: #1 (item #1), #2 (items #2-3), #3 (item #4), #4 (item #5), #5 (items #6-7), #6...

GLC06999.38

to Martha Weir

Writes to Martha about hurting his hand by accidentally falling down six weeks prior to writing -- "it is still swelled some & quite weak." Discusses health of family members and friends; mentions the birth of a grandson. Writes that the mail...

GLC07006.03

to Nathan [King]

Reports that the enemy has been cut off while on the Tombigbee River. Cannonading has been heard every day as well as prisoners taken in. Writes that rebel paper is pretty and that there is plenty available in the area. Also writes that the corn...

GLC06728.018

to his parents

Reports that he has a flesh wound in his right hip from the recent battle (battle of Murfreesboro). Also writes that he was taken prisoner and paroled. Ninety-six men from his company went to battle of which twenty-five men were killed or wounded....

GLC06728.034

to his parents

He is being kept in a dark room and is accompanied by "greybacks" and five or six others from the regiment. His wound is healing slowly, but doing well. Expects to be called to go to St. Louis. Written at the Exchange Barracks.

GLC06728.036

to his parents

Writes that he has had worse treatment since being paroled and will not be doing guard duty while he is on parole. Comments that if the fighting were left to the officers, there would be another Bull Run. Plans to visit home if he gets paid soon...

GLC06728.037

to his parents

Complains about the rainy weather and the unpleasantness of the barracks. Does not know what goes on outside the barracks, although he can get a pass to go out.Written at the Benton Barracks Union Military Camp

GLC06728.038

to his sisters

Has been on picket duty for six days. Writes that "contraniggers" and deserters are coming in fast and wishes his father "had a couple pigs to call him massa." Reports that he has seen some friends. Mentions "Hooker's -----" and explains that the...

GLC06728.046

to his sisters

Writes that the company may have to move if Bragg weakens his force to reinforce the Vicksburg army. Reports the papers have erroneously reported that the company had marching orders. Includes a letter written on the following day. Writes that the...

GLC06728.048

to his parents

Writes that the paroled men were ordered to report to General Rosecrans on the 15th of June, but they reported on the 17th instead and were sent off. Is enjoying Camp Chase, as it is very pleasant and near the woods. Writes that the farther north...

GLC06728.049