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Map of St. Augustine Harbor and Port

Map of St. Augustine Harbor and Port. San Sebastian River, North River, Matanzas River are pictured. Labels written in blue pen. Lighthouse Anastasia is labeled and drawn. Writing on verso specifies title of map.

GLC03974.40

[Typed reminiscence of the death of John H. Worcester by his brother Charles]

Account of how Charles remembers his brother's death and the aftermatch of the incident.

GLC03974.41

[General John A. Logan memorial statue]

Slightly overexposed. The sculpture is located in Grant Park, Chicago, Illinois, and depicts Logan triumphantly atop his horse, holding an enemy banner. The statue was created by Augustus Saint-Gaudens, the famous sculptor, in the late 1890s....

GLC03975.03

[Oath and parole of J. S. James]

Certifies that James, age 39, a farmer in Gloucester County, Virginia, "has taken and subscribed the Oath and Parole required by General Orders, Nos. 31 and 49, Current Series, for a Loyal Citizen of the United States, residing in a State ever in...

GLC03988.02

General Orders No. 25

Medical officers are assigned to duty.

GLC04042.03.01

Certificate of Leave of Absence

2. 3p. + docket. 24x19.5 cm. [Journey?] Point, La, [Marly] Mills to G.W. Eastman and H.W. Herman, General Surgeons of The 17th Corps and 2nd Brigade of the 6th Div. 29 May 1863. "Circular" from [Marly] Mills, Medical Director of the Department...

GLC04042.03.02

Report of Sick and Wounded

3. 4 p. 45x29 cm. Henly, John W. TDS: s.l. Report of Sick and Wounded in the 109th Illinois Regiment. March 1863.

GLC04042.03.03

Circular from Medical Diretcor

4. 3 p. + docket. 24.8x19.6 cm. Branch, J.H. ALS: Headquarters of the Department of the Tennessee, to L.D. Kellog and H.M. Herman. 13 April 1863.

GLC04042.03.04

Commission of John W. Henly

5. 2 p. 25x19.5 cm. Kemble AL: Vicksburg, Mississippi to "Medical Inspector U.S.A." This certificate states that J.W. Henly has had a protracted and sporatic fever, and should be granted a leave of absence. This motion is seconded on the back...

GLC04042.03.05

[Note to be telegramed to Pierre G. T. Beauregard]

Reports that "It is important to secure the plantation boats on both banks of the Mississippi. Shall I have it secure so as to prevent their destruction by the enemy?"

GLC04057.01

[Note to be telegramed to Pierre G. T. Beauregard]

Informs Beauregard that "Col. Shelby reports the Enemy in considerable force at Holly Springs." While the Western front was relatively quiet at this time, Holly Springs would be the site of a major battle in September.

GLC04057.02

[Note to be telegramed to Pierre G. T. Beauregard]

Wonders whether or not he should "establish the Holly Springs repairing machinery at Newtown." While the Western front was relatively quiet at this time, Holly Springs would be the site of a major battle in September.

GLC04057.03

[Note to be telegramed to Pierre G. T. Beauregard]

Requests railroad cars to move his forces and supplies.

GLC04057.04

Battle of Young's Branch; or, Manassas Plain, Fought July 21, 1861

Co-authored with James M. Catlett. First edition copy published in Richmond by Enquirer Book and Job Press. Folded map (39.2 x 29 cm.) in front of book of the Centerville-Manassas, Virginia area. Says it is a "Map of the country occupied by the...

GLC04061

to his wife

GLC04114.01

to his wife

GLC04114.02

to his brother

GLC04114.03

Volunteer descriptive list and account of clothing of Private W.S. Stevenson of Captain Dee Ridley's Company "K" 9th Reg + Texas Infantry

Volunteer descriptive list and account of clothing of Private W.S. Stevenson of Captain Dee Ridley's Company "K" 9th Reg + Texas Infantry. List is charted with descriptors: names, rank, eyes, hair, complexion, state of kingdom, town or county...

GLC04114.04

[Diary of James Hannegan of the 5th Ohio Cavalry]

Diary is an autograph manuscript signed, neatly written in pencil, covering 1 January 1862-31 December 1862. Writes about the battle being raged at Fort Donelson in his entry of 15 February, reporting that the "citizens are in a terrible state of...

GLC04129.01

[Diary of James Hannegan of the 5th Ohio Cavalry]

Diary is an autograph manuscript signed, neatly written in pencil, covering 1 January 1863-15 March 1863. At the end of the book Hannegan includes some accounting pages. Enclosed within the diary is a bookmark depicting an eagle and a shield, with...

GLC04129.02

[Rear Admiral Stringham, U.S. Navy, carte de visite]

Pencil caption from album: "Rear Admiral Stringham, U.S. Navy." Vignette bust portrait in uniform.

GLC04187.01

[Commodore Van Brunt, U.S.N., carte de visite]

White mount with Gutekunst imprint and pencil note "6294" on verso. Pencil caption from album: Commodore Van Brunt, U.S.N." Half length seated portrait in uniform. Shown in Napoleonic pose.

GLC04187.02

[Capt. Wm. R. Taylor, U.S.N., carte de visite]

White mount with Whipple imprint on verso. Signed in pencil on recto. Pencil caption from album: "Capt. Wm. R. Taylor, U.S.N." Three quarter length seated portrait in uniform.

GLC04187.03

[U.S. Ship Jamestown, carte de visite]

White mount with Gutekunst imprint on verso. Ink inscription on verso: "U.S. Ship Jamestown, Sept. 1862." Pencil caption from album: "U.S. Corvette 'Jamestown,' Augt. 1862." Side view of the ship.

GLC04187.04

[Capt. Charles Green, U.S.N., carte de visite]

White mount with Gutekunst imprint on verso. Pencil caption from album: "Capt. Charles Green, U.S.N., 1862." Vignette bust portrait in uniform with tinted cheeks. Shown in Napoleonic pose. Greene's calling card accompanies the photo in an...

GLC04187.05

[Comdr. N.B. Harrison, U.S.N., carte de visite]

White mount with Gutekunst imprint on verso. Pencil caption from album: "Comdr. N.B. Harrison, U.S.N." Vignette bust portrait in uniform. Shown in Napoleonic pose.

GLC04187.06

[Lieut. Comdr. J. Young, U.S.N., carte de visite]

White mount with Rehn & Hurn imprint on verso. Pencil caption from album: "Lieut. Comdr. J. Young, U.S.N." Vignette bust portrait in uniform with tinted cheeks.

GLC04187.07

[Lt. Comdr. M.C. Campbell, U.S.N., carte de visite]

White mount with Gutekunst imprint on verso. Pencil caption from album: "Lt. Comdr. M.C. Campbell, U.S.N." Three quarter length seated portrait in uniform.

GLC04187.08

[Lieut. Comdr. R.L. Phythian, U.S.N., carte de visite]

White mount with Kindler imprint on verso. Pencil caption from album: "Lieut. Comdr. R.L. Phythian, U.S.N." Vignette half length portrait in uniform.

GLC04187.09

[Commodore Eagle., carte de visite]

White mount with Black's imprint and pencil inscription "129 E. 30th St., N.Y." on verso. Pencil caption from album: "Commodore Eagle." Three quarter length standing portrait in uniform holding hat. Shown in Napoleonic pose next to a writing desk.

GLC04187.10

[Admiral Lardner, U.S.N., carte de visite]

White mount with Gutekunst imprint on verso. Pencil caption from album: "Admiral Lardner, U.S.N." Vignette bust portrait in uniform.

GLC04187.11

[Capt. Pope., carte de visite]

White mount with Black's imprint on verso. Pencil caption from album: "Capt. Pope." Half length seated portrait in uniform. Shown in Napoleonic pose.

GLC04187.12

[Acting Paymaster J.M. Wade, U.S.N., carte de visite]

White mount with Jones & Brother imprint on verso. Pencil caption from album: "Acting Paymaster J.M. Wade, U.S.N." Vignette three quarter length standing portrait in uniform.

GLC04187.13

[Lt. Com. Bache, U.S.N., carte de visite]

White mount with Broadbent & Co. imprint. Pencil caption form album: "Lt. Com. Bache, U.S.N." Vignette bust portrait in uniform.

GLC04187.14

[Capt. Glynn., carte de visite]

White mount. Pencil caption from album: "Capt. Glynn." Full length standing portrait in uniform, holding hat.

GLC04187.15

[Geo. P. Capt. Preble, 1st Lt. U.S.N. Corps., carte de visite]

White mount with gold border; Burnham imprint on verso. Pencil caption from album: "Geo. P. Capt. Preble, 1st Lt. U.S.N. Corps." Three quarter length seated profile view. Shown facing proper right, reading.

GLC04187.16

[Charles L. Green., carte de visite]

White mount with Rehn & Hurn imprint on verso. Pencil caption from album: "Charles L. Green." Vignette bust portrait with tinted cheeks.

GLC04187.17

[Admiral Wilkes, U.S. Navy, carte de visite]

White mount with gold border; Silsbee, Case & Co. imprint on verso. Pencil caption from album: "Admiral Wilkes, U.S. Navy." Three quarter length standing portrait in uniform.

GLC04187.18

[Capt.Glisson, U.S.N., carte de visite]

White mount with Broadbent & Co. imprint on verso. Pencil caption from album: "Capt.Glisson, U.S.N." Full length standing portrait in uniform, holding sword.

GLC04187.19

[Capt. S. D. Townshend, U.S.N., carte de visite]

White mount with Gutekunst imprint on verso. Pencil caption from album: "Capt. S. D. Townshend, U.S.N." Vignette half length portrait in uniform. Shown in Napoleonic pose.

GLC04187.20

[Pay Master Rittenhouse, U.S.N., carte de visite]

White mount with Gutekunst imprint on verso. Pencil caption from album: "Pay Master Rittenhouse, U.S.N." Vignette bust portrait in civilian clothes.

GLC04187.21

[Capt. S.W. Godon, U.S.N., carte de visite]

White mount with Gutekunst imprint on verso. Pencil inscription on recto: "A thing of beauty is a joy forever." Pencil caption from album: "Capt. S.W. Godon, U.S.N." Seated half length portrait in uniform.

GLC04187.22

[U.S. Steamer Powhattan., carte de visite]

White mount with ink inscription "U.S. Steam Ship Powhattan Augt. 1862," and Gutekunst imprint on verso. Pencil caption from album: "U.S. Steamer Powhattan." Side view of the ship.

GLC04187.23

[The 'New Ironsides,'., carte de visite]

White mount with Gutekunst imprint on verso. Pencil caption from album: "The 'New Ironsides,' destroyed by fire, 1866." Side view of the ship.

GLC04187.24

to Mrs. McKean

A letter of sympthy for a death.

GLC04188.01

to Father

A letter from son to father detailing the son joining the ship the Savannah after leaving the Connecticut.
The year estimate is based on mention of the Fort Pickins affair in the letter. Fort Pickins was one of the only southern forts that remained...

GLC04188.02

to Flag Officer

Discusses a "contraband negro" who brought news of confederate troop movements

GLC04188.05

to Rosa McKean

Discusses a military action off Pensacola

GLC04188.15

to W. McKean

Discusses the events at the opening of the Civil War

GLC04188.16

to Mary Kelly

Reports that New Year's Day passed enjoyably in the camp, where the "New York custom of calling on all your friends" was maintained. Although they "hear a good deal about secession, etc., it doesn't seem to oppress or weigh heavily on the spirits of...

GLC04194.37

to Mary Kelly

Discusses secession. Wishes South Carolina could leave the Union, and laments its power to rent the nation. Forcefully criticizes the leadership of President James Buchanan. Hopes President Abraham Lincoln will be prepared for the coming conflict...

GLC04194.38

to Mary Kelly

Reports on a professional call he made on the surveyor general of the territory a few days before. Is disappointed that their brother, Robert, has become a surgeon for the Confederacy. Thinks that since there is to be daily mail over the route east...

GLC04194.40

[Memoirs of the Utah Expedition of 1858-1860].

Contains descriptions of Utah during the years he was stationed there. The date of composition has been inferred from the manuscript and Moore's death in 1907; the Civil War appears to be noted in the past tense.

GLC04194.42

to James Kelly

He hopes that with all the hard work in his regiment, that Jim will receive a promotion. The present condition of the roads prevents movement near Louisville, with no active operations for at least two more months. He mentions a congressional...

GLC04195.01

to Mary Moore Kelly

Troops are passing through on their way to important work in Paducah and "there is a rumor here that 20 or 30 thousand may be sent from the Army of the Potomac into Ky. We are being victorious everywhere, and everyone looks for victories as a matter...

GLC04195.02

to unknown

Written immediately following the battle of Antietam (17-18 September 1862), after Lee's troops had withdrawn across the Potomac. They rested after the previous battle before pursuing the rebels, overtaking their rear as they were crossing the water...

GLC04195.04

to Mary Moore Kelly

The Army of the Potomac has been crossing Harper's Ferry. He describes an engagement with Rebels, as well as the surrounding land and supplies, including local horses. He has suffered from jaundice. "There was a gap in the Blue Ridge here which was...

GLC04195.05

to Mary Moore Kelly

As he prepares to treat the wounded from the Battle of Fredericksburg, an attack launched by 50,000 Union troops at dawn on Dec. 13, he discusses the possibility of being hit and makes arrangements for his belongings. He believes heavy losses are...

GLC04195.06

to Mary Moore Kelly

The battle of Fredericksburg is over, with little accomplished. He describes the endurance required of the soldiers. The attack was made against the orders of Gen. Hooker. He describes hospital work during and following the battle.

Excerpt: "Our...

GLC04195.07

to Mary Moore Kelly

He expresses dismay that reports have not been prepared during his leave. He mentions several impending court martials for delinquents. He includes comments on the Confederacy and "butternuts" in the West. Written from the headquarters of the 5th...

GLC04195.08

to Mary Moore Kelly

Lincoln and his wife arrived and presided over a grand review of the troops. He comments on the case of Gen. McClellan. They believe the rebels are significantly fortified across the river and hope to cross soon. Written at the headquarters of the...

GLC04195.09

to John Moore

The president of the bank describes the process for handling transactions on Moore's account, requesting his bank book. A note from Moore to his sister Mary appears on the bottom.

GLC04195.11

to Mary Moore Kelly

Received a book of deposits for the Savings Bank of Tolland, Connecticut, from John Moore, with specific instructions to invest in bonds.

GLC04195.12

to Mary Moore Kelly

They took possession of Vicksburg the previous day. All 27,000 prisoners will be paraded then released to spare expense. States that they took possession of "228 pieces of artillery between 30 and 40000 small arms and 27000 prisoners, including 16...

GLC04195.14

to Mary Moore Kelly

He describes working with 30,000 prisoners to process their paroles. He praises General Meade particularly for the defeat of Lee, stating "I consider Meade one of the best soldiers in the Army of the Potomac." Also observes that despite "That...

GLC04195.15

to Mary Moore Kelly

He has been unwell and deems Vicksburg an unhealthy country: "It never was designed for Christians to live in." He praises Gen. Meade, and refers to some dear friends who fell at Gettysburg, including Gen. Stephen Hinsdale Weed and the injured Brig...

GLC04195.16

to Mary Moore Kelly

Mentions John Hunt Morgan's raids and Gen. Lewis Wallace's attempt to capture Morgan. (Morgan and his men surrendered in Ohio on this same day.)He praises Meade: "his army is an honor to the country, to do such terrible fighting after so many...

GLC04195.17

to Mary Moore Kelly

About 20,000 troops are to be sent to Natchez to build a fortification for a march in the fall. He encourages her to invest in U.S. five-twenty bonds. He asks her to send his bankbook to Alvern P. Hyde in Tolland, Connecticut.

GLC04195.18

to Mary Moore Kelly

Many men are sick due to the poor climate, and he has sent many of the ill to northern hospitals. Local women have come into camp to ask for food. A Black man tells him about the marriage of their brother Robert, who had been there in Vicksburg two...

GLC04195.19

to Mary Moore Kelly

He has received a letter from Hyde about his investment with the Tolland County Bank in Connecticut. They have passed through the season without a yellow fever epidemic. The dismissal of the Surgeon General may affect his own orders. Dr. William A...

GLC04195.20

to Mary Moore Kelly

New orders assign him to the Department of the Tennessee under Grant, who will command from Chattanooga. Grant's bold plan to break the Confederate siege of Chattanooga had gone into operation on the previous day. Moore looks forward to his new...

GLC04195.21

to Mary Moore Kelly

They marched to Huntsville in the extreme cold, arriving on New Year's Day and taking over Sherman's comfortable headquarters. He describes the home of a wealthy rebel in town with paintings removed, now turned into a hospital.

GLC04195.22

to Mary Moore Kelly

He arrived with only 2 or 3 hours delay due to derailed freight trains, a common occurrence. He sends stockings, handkerchiefs, and shoes.

GLC04195.24

to Mary Moore Kelly

After three days of intense fighting in a rough area from Dalton to Resaca, they have subdued the rebels. Both Union and rebel wounded will remain there in field hospitals. He hopes the rebel forces will stand and fight. In the days preceding this...

GLC04195.25

to Mary Moore Kelly

He has just witnessed his bloodiest battle to date (the Battle of Atlanta, July 22), with 3,000 Union casualties and between 12-15,000 wounded. Local blackberries and peaches have been a great source of food. Most capable local people have left...

GLC04195.26

to Mary Moore Kelly

Sherman prepares for a large raid (the March to the Sea began Nov. 15). Moore left Atlanta to supervise the transfer of the sick to hospitals further south. He is currently at a garrison 60 miles from Atlanta, near Rome. Written on letterhead from...

GLC04195.27

to Mary Moore Kelly

They arrived in Savannah ready for an assault but found the rebels had run away, leaving their artillery of a large number of guns. "The number of guns left is larger than we have ever found in any one place before; - it has not yet been ascertained...

GLC04195.28

to Mary Moore Kelly

After 2 days' march the army is now 35 miles from Pocotaligo, South Carolina. He describes the field where he writes, with two or three recently killed rebels, and that he has captured geese, turkey, and chickens to eat. Written on letterhead for...

GLC04195.29

to Mary Moore Kelly

He describes their march through South Carolina, wading through swamps, repairing roads, and taking Columbia. Although they were welcomed by the townspeople, drunk Union soldiers set buildings on fire, and the wind carried flames throughout town...

GLC04195.30

Official Field Order No. 68

Headquarters to be moved from New Berne to Alexandria, under the direction of Brig. Gen. J.D. Webster. Moore will join the new headquarters as medical director. By order of Sherman. Written on letterhead for Headquarters, Military Division of the...

GLC04195.32

to John Moore

He invites Moore to tea with him and several young ladies. He promises that Sherman will excuse him for this social opportunity.

GLC04195.34

to John Moore

He regrets Moore's absence at their tea party. He hopes Moore can visit soon. He inquires about St. Louis.

GLC04195.35

to Mary Moore Kelly

He is busy finishing reports from the field which could not be completed while they marched. The local people remain rebellious, and he has enjoyed the flirtatious company of two married women from New York.

GLC04195.36

to Mary Moore Kelly

He plans to make a trip up to Chicago and will see them soon. He describes his social events. He has sent the history of Sherman's march to the sea, probably Sherman's Official Account published in 1865.

GLC04195.37

to Mary Moore Kelly

Grant has visited the past few days. He reports the troubles his unwise friend had with thieves in town. Written on letterhead for Head-Quarters Military Division Mississippi, Office of Medical Direcuor.

GLC04195.38

to Mary Moore Kelly

He comments on neighbors from home. Written on letterhead for Head-Quarters Military Division Mississippi, Office of Medical Director.

GLC04195.39

to Mary Moore Kelly

He refers to the explosion of a steamboat on the Mississippi, killing 100 with many mutilated survivors, the third such accident this week. He comments on acquaintances in Bloomington.

GLC04195.40

to Mary Moore Kelly

He has just returned from New Orleans, where he reminisced with army friends. He comments on people from Bloomington and family.

GLC04195.41

to Mary Moore Kelly

The rain has prevented plantations from running as normal. He reports on political events in Europe, and the Fenian uprising indicating the universal desire of people to govern themselves. He refers to people from Bloomington. A meeting will...

GLC04195.42

to Mary Moore Kelly

A cholera epidemic has hit the soldiers and has kept him busy in the hospital. He remarks about their brother Robert and his poor condition since remaining in the South to practice medicine, marry, etc. Written on letterhead for the Headquarters...

GLC04195.43

to Mary Moore Kelly

He will superintend recruits for the Army until the end of May, when he will return to Staten Island. He describes a social encounter with the Livingstones. He also describes his living arrangements. This letter was written at Gramercy Park House.

GLC04195.44

to Mollie [Kelly]

He describes his past experience in Vicksburg, where he and Grant lived with a local family. Because he did not steal silver, as they "supposed all 'Yanks' were in the habit of doing, they have always felt very grateful" for the protection and...

GLC04195.45

to unknown

Postscript to an unknown letter, stating that he was not present at Lee's surrender, but was with Sherman when Johnston surrendered.

GLC04195.54

to John Moore

He expresses joy at reestablishing communication and sadness at the news of the deaths of their mother and their sister's children. He describes the local conditions with dissatisfied freed slaves, no money, and no men to farm. Local agents are...

GLC04195.58

to John Moore

He describes his medical practice. He lost all his fine surgical instruments and two cases for amputations during the war. He requests money. He is exploring other job offers, including the superintendency of the Tuskaloosa State Lunatic Asylum.

GLC04195.59

[Endorsement on verso of letter to Judah P. Benjamin]

Letter from John Slate to Benjamin, requesting that he be discharged due to ill health, with autograph endorsement signed by Chilton as assistant adjutant general on verso. Also with autograph endorsement signed by Vulosko Vaiden as Slate's...

GLC04210.01

to Daniel Ruggles

Says the Federal steamer Sumter (formerly the Confederate steamer Lovell) has run aground nearby, and discusses possible actions. Says "…she lies within thirty feet of the shore ... evidently becoming firmly fastened every hour …"

GLC04210.02

to unknown

Regarding Confederate troop movements. Written on the same day Confederate forces laid down their arms at Appomattox Court House.
In pencil.

GLC04210.04

to James W. Eldridge

Discusses his service in the Confederate army, acquaintances with famous Confederate generals, and worries about the future of the nation. "Bad blood is brewing and must be let to keep quiet. Our Constitution is a good things among friends, but...

GLC04210.05

to Frank H. Furness

Lee is unable to attend an event in honor of "G. W. Hodge, the Confederate soldier whose life you saved." Furness invited Lee to attend a reunion of the Sixth Pennsylvania Cavalry, which Furness commanded. The reunion was to honor G. W. Hodge...

GLC04271.01