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[Brigadier General White and staff]

Gardner photograph. Brig. Gen. Julius White and eight staff officers posed in front of tent, under a shelter built of branches. Small dog near the seated man on the right side of the photograph. General White is seated center and wears a slouch hat...

GLC05111.01.0156

Camp among trees, [Brandy Station, VA]. [1863-1865 ca.]

Gardner photograph. Inscription on verso: "XXIV" "338." It also identifies the location as "Petersbrug," however in the Photogrpahic History of the Civil War, Vol 2, p. 618, the scene is identified as Brandy Station. Evidence suggests Brandy...

GLC05111.01.0159

Camp of U.S. Engineer Battalion, Brandy Station, Va., March, 1864

A print of a photograph of athe US Engineer Battalion at Brandy Station, VA. Inscription on verso: "Also see 433- IX Camp U.S. Engineer Battalion" "IX" "310." Winter camp showing rows of log cabins at a distance. Horse stands in field in the mid...

GLC05111.01.0160

[Large group of men and boys posed on street outside buildings]

A print of a photograph showing three buildings on a street. The one on the right hand side has a sign, "Dinning and Sleeping rooms," and was a probably a hotel used by soldiers on furlough. The next building is a very large, two story wooden...

GLC05111.01.0162

[Winter quarters with officers in front of log cabins.]

A print of a photograph of four log cabins in row. A small group of men appear in front of the foremost cabin. A larger group of officers stand in front of the second cabin from the front. Two soldiers work off to the far right with a grinding wheel...

GLC05111.01.0164

[Brandy Station, Va. Officer's quarters, U.S. Engineers]

A print of a photograph of six neatly constructed log cabins. Two men stand in front of the third cabin from the right. A horse and U.S. Engineers flag are in front of the left most cabin. A horse tie fence stands in front of the cabins. A "Sibley"...

GLC05111.01.0165

Headquarters Army of Potomac - Brandy Station, Va. April 1864. Quarters of Provost Marshal Department. Capt. H. P. Clinton. Capt. J. R. Coxe

A print of a photograph of two A-frame tents with brick chimneys. Five soldiers pose in between the tents. Another soldier, without a jacket, stands to the rear of the tents in the wooded area. The tents themselves have wooden doors. The chimnies...

GLC05111.01.0166

[Brandy Station, Va. Chief Engineer's camp; another view]

A print of a photograph of a well-made log cabin with plank roof. Four A-frame tents with stove pipe chimneys extend from the cabin, across the photograph. A post fence completes the compound. Seven men pose in various places in the photograph....

GLC05111.01.0167

Brandy Station, Virginia. Tent of A. Foulke, Sutler at headquarters of 1st Brigade, Horse Artillery

A print of a photograph showing two groups of men posed near a sutlers cabin. The foremost group appears to be officers conversing. The second group stands near the sutlers counter and faces the camera. The sign on the store reads: "A. Foulke Sutler...

GLC05111.01.0168

[Stevensburg, Va. Gen. Judson Kilpatrick, 3d Division, Cavalry Corps, with ladies and staff members on the porch of headquarters]

A print of a photograph of Major General H. Judson Kilpatrick, with wife, another woman, and seven members of his staff. A personalized flag [3rd Div., Cavalry Corps] displayed on the porch has the Latin word "Tuebor" ["I Will Defend"] painted above...

GLC05111.01.0173

Gen. George G. Meade and staff, Culpeper, Va. Sept. 1863

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

[Cavalry officers]

A print of a photograph of a group of cavalry officers. Previous entry into identity statement identified the man as center as General William H. French, which he is definitevely not. French was more portly, had differing facial hair, and often wore...

GLC05111.01.0178

[Men in civilian dress next to cabin]

A print of a photograph of seven men (six white and one African-American), in civilian dress posed in front of a small wooden building. "Sibley" tents in left background. Previous title for this item called these men spies, however research has not...

GLC05111.01.0181

[Group of eight Union cavalry officers]

A print of a photograph of Union cavalry officers. Developed from a broken plate, giving it a distinct severed look. Three stand behind five officers sitting. Insignia on caps indicate cavalry branch but the unit number is indistinguishable. Verso...

GLC05111.01.0182

Captain Reed's Battery, Artillery Headquarters, Culpeper, VA. September 1863.

Three officer pose near a bronze artillery gun in the foreground at the Artillery Headquarters of the Army of the Potomac. To the rear of the gun, a group of three officers huddle over a table, viewing a map. The man seated at center wears the...

GLC05111.01.0184

[Large group of men in front of warehouse next to railroad tracks.]

A print of a photograph of a large group of men in both military and civilian dress standing in front of a warehouse building. A sign above the entrance to the building, however, the writing is illegible. Railroad tracks pass in front of the men...

GLC05111.01.0186

Pontoon wagon and boat, 50th New York Engineers, Rappahannock Station, Va., March, 1864

A print of a photograph of a pontoon boat on top of a wagon. Other such combinations can be seen on the left side. A line of trees is visible in the background. Inscription on verso: "50th N.Y. Engineers near Rappahannock Station." "X," "7." From the...

GLC05111.01.0187

Fort Monroe, Virginia. Gunboat SANTIAGO DE CUBA off Fort Monroe

A print of a photograph of the USS Santiago de Cuba, a wooden, brigantine-rigged, side wheel steamer built in 1861 at Brooklyn, N.Y., was purchased by the Navy on 6 September 1861 at New York City; and was commissioned at the New York Navy Yard on...

GLC05111.01.0188

Dunkard Church on Antietam Battlefied, after battle damge was repaired. [July 1863]

Negative by J. Gardner. Taken from "Gardner's Photographic Sketchbook of the Civil War. No. 21" with text accompanying panel. Heavy fighting took place around the church, and after the battle it was used as a field hospital. This photogrpah was...

GLC05111.01.0189

Warehouse converted into temporary prison, Petersburg, VA. [4 April 1865]

Photograph taken after Union forces had liberated the prison. Shows the interior prison yard with several Union soldiers posed in various places. A note on the rear of the mount reads, "Prison Yard where the conpirators hung."

GLC05111.01.0190

[Manassas, Va. Men of Co. C, 41st New York Infantry]

A print of a photograph of the 41st New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment. Approximately sixty-two men posed around construction site. Note the partially constructed sidewalk in the left foreground and the lumber in the right background. The soldier's...

GLC05111.01.0191

[Arlington, Va. Interior view of Fort C.F. Smith, with gun crew of Company L, 2d New York Artillery]

A print of a photograph of the 2nd New York Heavy Artillery Regiment at Fort C. F. Smith. Approximately 28 men posed near an artillery pieces. The crew poses around their gun as the Number 1 man spongues the gun, and the Number 2 man holds a solid...

GLC05111.01.0192

[Unidentified brig. generals and staff in front of house.]

A print of a photograph of two brigadier generals and four other officers posing in front of a house. There is also a vacant chair in the image to the left.

GLC05111.01.0195

[Culpeper, Va. Men of Battery M (Benson's), 2d U.S. Artillery]

A print of a photograph of the 2nd Regiment of Artillery (popularly known as the 2d U.S. Artillery, today the 2nd Air Defense Artillery Regiment). Participated in many battles with the Army of the Potomac. About 120 enlisted artillerymen in field...

GLC05111.01.0197

Ruins of Richmond and Petersburg Railroad Bridge, Richmond, Va., April, 1865

A print of a photograph of the destroyed Richmond & Petersburg Railroad Bridge which crossed the James River in Richmond, VA. The R & P railroad stretched 22 miles from Richmond to Petersburg, VA, though today it has been connected to and is...

GLC05111.01.0198

Twenty Union officers outside of house

A print of a photograph of twenty Union Army officers posed in front of a house. Their ranks vary from 2nd Lt. to Lt. Col. House is of a clap-board design and has a large porch. Pencil inscriptions on verso: "XII", "194" and "Ordway Gardner Coll."

GLC05111.01.0199

Group of sixteen Union officers posed under a canopy made of branches

A print of a photograph of Union officers sitting and standing underneath a canopy made of pine branches with bristles. Some of the officers are wearing regulation cavalry jackets and hold sabres. There is a tent visible underneath the canopy...

GLC05111.01.0200

[Portrait of Maj. Gen. Alfred Pleasonton, officer of the Federal Army, and staff, Warrenton, Va.]

A print of a portrait of Major General Alfred Pleasonton and 22 members of his staff. He was the cavalry commander of the Army of the Potomac and had a very interesting career, eventually retiring as a Major in the regular army. Graphite inscription...

GLC05111.01.0201

[Culpeper, Va. Officers of the 80th New York Infantry, Provost Guard]

A print of a photograph of officers of the 80th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment. There are 25 men standing and sitting in front of two tents. One man peaks out from the tent on the left hand side of the photograph. At Culpeper, VA. Gardner...

GLC05111.01.0203

[Petersburg, Va. "Essayons Dramatic Club," a group of the U.S. Engineer Battalion]

A print of a photograph of the Essayons Dramatic Club, an amateur theatrical company comprised of members of the U.S. Engineers. The "castle" insignia worn only by U. S. Regular engineers and the 15th & 150th N.T. Engineers clearly identifies them...

GLC05111.01.0204

Warrenton, Virginia. Gen. Alfred Pleasonton and staff

A print of a portrait of Major General Alfred Pleasonton and 22 members of his staff. He was the cavalry commander of the Army of the Potomac and had a very interesting career, eventually retiring as a Major in the regular army.
See GLC 5111.01.0201

GLC05111.01.0205

Monitors on the James River with ALS to Hallie Mayers from "Joe" and album

Albumen print of monitors on the James River and an accompanying letter. ALS measures 20.2 x 12.5 cm.

GLC04938

to the authorities of Rome, Georgia

Forrest, commander of a cavalry brigade in the Army of Tennessee, writes from Headquarters (of an unspecified post), "twenty miles west of Garrison." Informs the authorities of Rome "There is a Federal Force of Fifteen Hundred cavalry marching on...

GLC04940

Pontoon Bridge from Georgetown to Analostan Island. [Washington] 24 May 1865.

Negative by W. Morris Smith. "Incidents of the War" series. Shows civilian men and women crossing the bridge in the background while, in the foreground, some civilians ride in an open carriage.

GLC05111.01.0299

Color bearers of a N.Y. zouave regiment [probably, the 5th N.Y. [Duryee's Zouaves]. [1861-1862 ca.]

Three of the men hold standard [U.S.] colors. Their uniforms included scarlet pantaloons, blue jackets with red trim, and red sashes with light blue trim. Imprint on verso: "Photograph by Stacy. 691 Broadway, New York."

GLC05111.01.0300

Directing Secretary of War to release records. On verso of ALS from Wm. Reid

Intended to exonerate President Buchanan from the charge of colluding with Gen. David Twiggs in surrendering Federal posts in Texas.

GLC03178

A Declaration of the causes which impel the state of Texas to secede...

GLC03171

Governor's message... re: frontier defense, relations with Federal government

Houston opposed secession from the Union. Discusses the frontier protected only by Federal troops, and the advantage taken by the Indians, who extended their "depredations" of whites "to counties within fifty miles of the Capitol."

GLC03172

The New-York times. [Vol. 11, no. 3340 (June 6, 1862)]

Main article titled, "The Approaches of Charleston: Map Showing the Position of Stone Inlet, through which the Union Forces are Moving; the Location of the New Fortifications In the Harbor, and the Places of the Blockading Squadron at the Latest...

GLC03176

to Eliakim P. Scammon

Hayes writes as Lieutenant Colonel of the 23rd Regiment of Ohio Volunteers to Scammon, his superior, as commander of the 1st Brigade. Describes a successful expedition to destroy the "Mercer salt well." Remarks, "The Mercer Salt Well was of much...

GLC03202

to Eliakim P. Scammon

Hayes writes as Lieutenant Colonel of the 23rd Regiment of Ohio Volunteers to Scammon, his superior, as commander of the 1st Brigade. Mentions the completion of service of a three month Ohio regiment and that more men will have to be recruited....

GLC03203

to Eliakim P. Scammon

Hayes writes as Lieutenant Colonel of the 23rd Regiment of Ohio Volunteers to Scammon, his superior, as commander of the 1st Brigade. Reports that the Confederates force that attacked at Pack's Ferry returned to the narrows. Thanks him for sending a...

GLC03204

to Eliakim P. Scammon

Colonel Hayes reports to General Scammon about a deserter from Confederate General Albert G. Jenkins's force. "A deserter from Jenkins force was just brought from the Forks of Coal [River] by a patrol of Capt Gilmore's men. He is young and not very...

GLC03205

to Francis P. Blair

Informs his father that he is leaving for Helena tonight to meet up with his command. Discusses the disposition of his property in case he is killed in battle. Provides for his wife and children. States, "I do not look forward with any...

GLC03209.06

to Edward R. S. Canby

Buckner, a Confederate general, signs as Lieutenant General Commanding the District of Western Louisiana. Writes to Union Major General Canby commanding the Military Division of Western Mississippi, in New Orleans to propose the special exchange of...

GLC03211

Correspondence to George Nichols about finances [Decimalized .01-.15]

Hincks spells his name as Hinks until GLC03212.12 when he begins to sign it Hincks. It also appears on the stationery printed as Hincks on GLC03212.12 and .14. Includes five other envelopes that are addressed to Nichols but do not have...

GLC03212

to the commander of the USS Antona

Written aboard USS "Richmond." Order signed by Captain Jenkins as the commander of the 1st Division of the Western Gulf Squadron to the commander of the USS "Antona." Says all commanders under Rear Admiral Farragut and Commodore James Palmer must...

GLC03213

to James L. Botsford

Reports information on various Confederate squads loose in West Virginia.

GLC03217

to William Myers

Thanks Myers, the Chief Quartermaster of Missouri, for his role in keeping the troops supplied during the Atlanta campaign. Praises him for his well run department, " ... its perfect organization & division of labor and how well supplied our armies...

GLC03218

to Rose Waterhouse

To his wife, discussing military life. Says there is much sickness, notes his current position, comments that the people of Arkansas are not as loyal to the Confederacy as Texans, and describes the destruction committed by the Federal army along the...

GLC03220

to Francis E. Spinner

Discusses being placed in charge of Camp Benton, Missouri after John C. Frémont retired. Informs that he has held one review and inspection, and daily drills and parades. States that there are now 1000 troops at the camp. Comments that he has...

GLC03226

Collection of letters of George and Henry Carey to their Uncle Galloway [Decimalized .01-.12]

Letters discuss the conditions in Baltimore at beginning of the Civil War, the likelihood of Maryland seceding, flying of secession flags, run on bank, and the influx of troops. By Henry G. Carey and George Carey.

GLC03228

to Seth Lewis

Lewis writes an eloquent letter to his nephew Seth, in Marshall, Michigan. Comments on the Civil War, his good health, and his ability to make a good living despite "the high prices of all we have to buy and the low rates of what little we have to...

GLC03229.01

to Joseph E. Johnston

Writes in a telegram, "A scout reports that Genl. Lee surrendered the remnant of his Army near to Appomatox [sic] C.H. yesterday. No official intelligence of the event, but there is little room for doubt, as to the result." Davis orders General...

GLC03233

to William Tecumseh Sherman

General Grant transmits orders to General Sherman, Commander of the 15th Corps, Army of the Tennessee, during March-July 1863 operations against Vicksburg. Instructs Sherman to "Move directly towards Jackson starting at early dawn in the morning."...

GLC03241

to Richard Ewell

Discusses plans for his upcoming Valley Campaign, specifically escape plans. Also discusses the potential size of opposing forces and information from a deserted.

GLC03246

to Robert E. Lee

Reviews confederate military position on the eve on Gettysburg. Discusses General U.S. Grant's entrenchment at the Mississippi and attempt to take Vicksburg from General Joseph Johnston. Mentions the need to reinforce Johnston with troops from...

GLC03778

to Charles A. Morton

Commander in Chief of the Army Sherman writes to Colonel Morton regarding the destruction incurred on Sherman's March to the Sea. He discusses the term "Sherman's Monuments" for the chimneys left after houses burnt down, claims that he never...

GLC03780

to John E. Wool

Major General McClellan writes to Major General Wool regarding Yorktown. He discusses the strength of enemy positions, reports of Joseph E. Johnston's arrival in Yorktown, the possibility of a union attack near Yorktown, his lack of troops, and his...

GLC03781

to John C. Kelton

Describes organization of his forces in preparation for fighting near Corinth. Lists which Divisions will go with which Generals and where they will be positioned "Maj. Gen. Sherman commanding on the right, Maj. Gen. Ord in the center, and Brig. Gen...

GLC03786

to Lorenzo Thomas

Accepting his promotion to Major General of Volunteers, and enclosing his oath of office (GLC03801.01).

GLC03801.02

to Henry W. Halleck

Recommending Brigadier General Gouverner K. Warren for nomination as Major General. Warren would soon receive the promotion. Clerically signed with Meade's name. Also signed by David C. Wager, Assistant Adjutant General. Written on stationery of...

GLC03801.03

to Thomas Chamberlain

Requesting a five day leave of absence "to go to Washington & Baltimore on business." Requesting the leave from his brother, who ranked below him but was the Acting Adjutant of their company.

GLC03801.04

to Justin Morrill

Discusses country's current financial position, per Morrill's request. Details poor state of U.S. finances, explains the "very grave objections" to President Lincoln's recommendation of a general banking law, and offers possible alternatives. "Our...

GLC03806

[Notification to George H. Thomas of his appointment by President Lincoln to Brigadier General of Volunteers]

Partially printed document issued by the War Department. If Thomas accepts the appointment, he is instructed to return an oath enclosed with the letter. Thomas is also instructed to report to Brigadier General Robert Anderson for orders.

GLC03816.01

to George Henry Thomas

Partially printed document informing Thomas that he has been appointed Brigadier General by the President of the United States. Signed by Stanton as Secretary of War. A note at the bottom of the page indicates that Thomas accepted this appointment...

GLC03816.02

to unknown

To an unnamed Union General hoping he improves from his wounds and stating his importance to the Union cause. Addressed simply to "Dear General," who was recently wounded while fighting Stonewall Jackson's forces. States that his recovery is...

GLC03817.01

[Presidential authority to the Secretary of State to affix the seal for warrant on the pardon of Jonathan C. Boyle].

GLC03824

[Pass permitting Virginia farmer Benjamin Hummer to bring crops into Washington]

Permits Benjamin Hummer, a farmer from Virginia, to bring his produce to Washington to sell. Also permits him to bring his family, and return with necessary goods. Written on stationery of the War Department. The envelope is an official Secretary...

GLC03826

[Proclamation announcing North Carolina has a Republican form of government]

Proclamation announcing North Carolina has a Republican form of government, and appointing William W. Holden as provisional governor, who duty it shall be to subscribe rules and regulations for the purpose of altering or amending the U.S...

GLC03827

to Ulysses S. Grant

Steele, commander of the Department of Arkansas, writes to Lieutenant General Grant, commander of the Military Division of the Mississippi (just before Grant became commander-in-chief of the United States Army). Corresponded with Generals William...

GLC03834

Herald Extra. [(April 23, 1861)]

Headlines reads, "Very latest by telegraph his afternoon. Rebellious excitement in Maryland and Virginia. Northern students sent home. 14000 troops at Washington. Vessels arming for the Blockade." Reports on various events related to the 19 April...

GLC03838

Carte de visite of Fitz-John Porter

Colonel in the U.S. Army from May 14, 1861. Brigadier General Vol. May 17, 1861. Major General Vol. July 4, 1862. With autograph note and bio on verso. Image ca. 1862, printed ca. 1890.

GLC03854

The Old Flag. First Published by Union prisoners at Camp Ford, Tyler, Texas.

Postwar souvenir facsimile of prison camp newspaper from 17 February 1864 to 15 March 1864, six issues. According to the preface, written by J.P. Robens, "The Old Flag" was published during an imprisonment of 13 months in Tyler, Texas. Contains...

GLC03772

Report of the Committee on Federal Relations in Regard to the Calling of a Sovereign Convention

Also on the committee were J.H. Gordon, G.W. Goldsborough, James T. Briscoe, and Barnes Compton. Printed by E.S. Riley in Frederick, Maryland. Opposes all efforts to defeat rebellion in the Confederate States. Says "If a President of the United...

GLC03773.01

Free Masonry and the War

Full title is "Free Masonry and the War. Report of the Committee Under the Resolutions of 1862, Grand Lodge of Virginia, in Reference to Our Relations as Masonic Bodies and as Masons; in the North and South, Growing Out of the Manner in Which the...

GLC03773.02

Proceedings of the Grand Lodge of the Free and Accepted Masons of North Carolina

Printed at the "Daily Confederate" Office in Raleigh. Consists of the proceedings of the Grand Lodge of North Carolina for 1864. Back of cover says these proceedings should be "read at some convenient time, for the information of members of their...

GLC03773.03

to Daniel Butterfield

Commander Military Division of the Mississippi Sherman writes to General Butterfield to discuss preparations for the campaign against Atlanta and problems with rail transportation. He also comments on the high quality of General Thomas Hooker's...

GLC03779

to Richard S. Ewell

Brigadier General Commanding Beauregard writes to General Ewell to give instructions on troop position and permit an attack on Centreville, if the opportunity arises. Letter written shortly before the First Battle of Bull Run.

GLC03782

to A. P. Mason

Brigadier General Early writes to Major Mason requesting information about recruiting and re-enlisting men. With Mason's 5 February 1862 autograph note signed, on verso of Early's letter, answering Early's questions. Written from "Head Quarters."

GLC03783

to Henry A. Wise

Confederate Major General Hill writes to General Wise, expressing approval of Wise's troop's disposition and their burning of bridges. Hill reports in a postscript that James Ewell Brown Stuart captured Fairfax Court House (27 June).

GLC03784

to James M. Mason re: Jefferson Davis' imprisonment, his law career in England

Cross-written on p. 1. Benjamin mentions that Pres. Johnson is intimidated by the Radical Republicans from releasing Davis. He mentions his legal career in England and says he saw Slidell in Paris.

GLC03787

to Phillip Dale Roddey

General Bragg, commander of the Army of Tennessee, writes "Enemy reported sending troop from Corinth to Grant." Requests Roddy to verify the information and report back as soon as possible.

GLC03788

Phillip Sheridan Letter and Engraving [Decimalized .01-.02]

Letter by Sheridan, accompanied by engraving of the General.

GLC03789

to Joseph Lovell

Confederate Major General Lovell writes to his son concerning his belief that the Emancipation Proclamation would create dissension in the North and ultimately aid the Confederacy. "I think Lincoln's proclamation will produce dissensions and trouble...

GLC03790

[Collection of Franklin Cranor, B company, 40th regiment, Indiana, infantry] [decimalized]

Letters to Delia Slocum.

GLC03791

Oath of office

Partially printed oath of office for appointment as a Major General, signed by Warren.

GLC03801.01

to Frederick Locke

Asks for a 20 day leave of absence to recover his health following Gettysburg.

GLC03801.05

to Braxton Bragg

Davis tells General Bragg that he is glad Bragg's threat of force against the Georgia State Railroad to forward arms and ammunition did not need to be carried out. Notes that the Georgia Governor Joseph E. Brown, who had complained about Bragg's...

GLC03803

[John Grimes Walker's naval correspondence] [decimalized .01-.50]

49 items plus disbound orderly book and 2 collateral newsclippings on the launching of the USS "Walker" in 1918. Consists of his official naval correspondence. Walker's biography: Originally from New Hampshire, after his mother's death in 1846...

GLC03804

General Order

Printed general order from Rear Admiral Porter as Commander of the Mississippi Squadron. Porter was taking the leave of his officers and men as he assumed command of the North Atlantic Blockading Squadron. Praises their actions and says their efforts...

GLC03810

A Brief sketch of the war with the U.S. and of Battles in which I have been engaged or which I visited before the Dead Were Buried.

Signed by Allen as a Confederate prisoner of war and dated Johnsons Island, Ohio January 23rd, 1864. Allen signs as a captain in the Independent Cavalry of Virginia. He writes in the preface, "It is very hastily and therefore very imperfectly...

GLC03811

to William B. Taliaferro

Describing various kinds of food available, and inviting Taliaferro to come and take some for himself.

GLC03812

Carte de visite of Basil Wilson Duke

Basil Duke as Confederate prisoner of war at Fort Delaware. Signed on mount.

Written at Fort Delaware

GLC03819

to Thomas J. Churchill

Major General Polk (Confederate) informs Colonel Churchill "In the absence of Gnl Johnston your letter has been handed to me. I regret to say we have no arms to offer your command." Replies to a question posed by Major General Lewis (possibly Joseph...

GLC03820

Carte de visite of William Preston

Half-length image of Preston in Confederate general's uniform. Signed on mount.

GLC03821

[General order congratulating officers and soldiers of the 15th Army Corps after the fall of Vicksburg]

Major General Sherman issues General Orders from the Department of the Tennessee, camped on the Black River. Declares "Your Commander, in thus briefly reciting the events of the past seven months, thinks, in them, every officer and man has good...

GLC03828

Carte de visite of Frank K Brownell

Brownell holding saber and wearing Medal of Honor. He was awarded the Medal of Honor on June 20, 1877 for killing the murderer of Col. Elmer Ellsworth.

GLC03830

to Edwin M. Stanton

Halleck writes to Stanton to report on Union troop strength in the western theater. Llists the number of troops under Generals Grant, Pope, Curtis, Strong, Steele, and Schofield, and the numbers in several state militia. Written on stationery of the...

GLC03831

to Horatio G. Wright.

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