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"In Memoriam U.S. Grant." Black cloth ribbon

"In Memoriam U.S. Grant." Black cloth ribbon with silver lettering. Mounting inscribed: "Aug. 8, 1885 Worn at the Funeral of Genl. U.S. Grant New York City."

GLC04360.068

"In Memoriam G.A.R." Black cloth ribbon

"In Memoriam G.A.R." Black cloth ribbon with silver lettering. Mounting inscribed: "Worn at the Funeral of Genl. U.S. Grant Aug. 8, 1885."

GLC04360.069

"239." Black cloth ribbon

"239." Black cloth ribbon with silver lettering and G.A.R. emblem. Mounting inscribed: "Grant Memorial G.A.R.."

GLC04360.070

"Gen. U.S. Grant Commandery No. 28 K.G.E." Red cloth ribbon

"Gen. U.S. Grant Commandery No. 28 K.G.E." Red cloth ribbon with gold lettering. Mounting inscribed: Knights of the Golden Eagle. Philada. 1892."

GLC04360.071

Genl. U.S. Grant. G.A.R. Post 5. Black cloth ribbon

"Genl. U.S. Grant. G.A.R. Post 5. Philadelphia. Grant Memorial 1886." Black cloth ribbon with silver lettering. Mounting inscribed: "1886."

GLC04360.072

To: Samuel Milligan

"I look upon secession as being the prolific mother of anarchy which is the next step to despotism. It is political heresy..." (Johnson wrote 1860 by mistake)

GLC07995

to Oscar King Davis

"I am pretty well disgusted with our government ... in a democracy like ours people will always do well or ill largely in proportion to their leadership. If Lincoln had acted after the firing on Fort Sumter in the way that Wilson did about the...

GLC08003

to his sister

Details Archer's life from his departure from London bound for Bermuda on June 13, 1864 to his return from Florida through the blockade on March 23, 1865. "...[I] made every narrow escape from, starving to death, and being eaten up by alligators..."...

GLC01896.079

"Veteran Firemen's Association of Philadelphia." Black cloth ribbon

"Veteran Firemen's Association of Philadelphia." Black cloth ribbon with silver lettering. Mounting inscribed: "Funeral of Genl. U.S. Grant New York City."

GLC04360.073

"Philadelphia Band, No. 1." Cream-colored cloth ribbon.

"Philadelphia Band, No. 1." Cream-colored cloth ribbon. Mounting inscribed: "Funeral of Genl. U.S. Grant. 1885."

GLC04360.074

Carte de visite of Ulysses S. Grant.

Ulysses S. Grant. "Sold by a Wounded Soldier" Verso: imprint of "Chestnut St. Philadelphia Photographic Co."

GLC04360.078

Carte de visite of John Bell Hood.

John Bell Hood. Verso: imprint of "E. & H. T. Anthony."

GLC04360.079

Carte de visite of General Halleck

General Halleck, 1861 copyright. Verso; imprint of "D. Appleton & Co."

GLC04360.080

Carte de visite of P. G. T. Beauregard

P. G. T. Beauregard, in union uniform. Verso: imprint of "E. Anthony."

GLC04360.081

Carte de visite of General Canby

General Canby. Verso: imprint of "C. D. Fredericks & Co."

GLC04360.082

Carte de visite bust portrait of George Thomas.

Bust portrait of George Thomas.
[collateral note: following Carte de visites (#88-93) came in an envelope with a note saying they were photos of generals mentioned in a letter from USG to Henry Halleck. The letter is not in collection.

GLC04360.092

Bust portrait engraving of young-looking Ulysses S. Grant with two stars visible on his jacket.

Engraving [from a book ?]. Bust portrait of young-looking Ulysses S. Grant with two stars visible on his jacket. With printed signature and cartouche entitled: "Siege of Vicksburg." Virtue & Yorstown, 1865, "From an Ambrotype by Brady. Expressly...

GLC04360.096

Portrait of Ulysses S. Grant with one star visible on his jacket.

Portrait of Ulysses S. Grant with one star visible on his jacket. Grant is sitting on an ammunition box near a cannon holding a map of the Vicksburg area. With printed signature. Johnson Fry & Co. Publishers, 1863. Painted by Alonzo Chappel from...

GLC04360.097

Bust portrait of Grant

Bust portrait of a bedraggled Grant with three stars visible on his uniform jacket. Union troops can be seen through a window in the background.

GLC04360.104

to Ulysses S. Grant

In regard to his forthcoming surrender to Grant at Appomattox Courthouse, Lee writes requests "a suspension of hostilities pending the discussion of the terms of surrender." A endorsement by General Edward O.C Ord appears on the lower fold, made at...

GLC07967

To: Ambrose Burnside

Praising Burnside and offering support in defense of Knoxville: "Do not be forced into a surrender by short rations. Take all the citizens have to enable you to hold out a few days longer. As soon as you are relieved from the presence of the enemy...

GLC07994

to James A. Washington

General Richard B. Garnett has ordered that Wortham's battalion move its position and await further orders. At bottom is an autograph note signed by Washington, to Wortham, reading "I will wait for you here. Come as quickly as possible. No news."...

GLC02233.20

to James S. Wortham

Writes his father saying his regiment is leaving for Virginia, his application for a furlough was denied, and he is temporarily in command of the regiment. Informed by a General that he "cannot be spared from the field," but he expects to be granted...

GLC02233.22

[Blank permit to leave picket duty for one week]

A blank permit, granting permission to pass the picket for one week from the date of this document. Written at "Headquarters of Richette on Moseley Creek."

GLC02233.21

[Court Martial proceedings in the case of Wiley Sullivan for being absent without leave]

Details the trial and conviction of Sullivan for the charge of "absence without leave." Records specifics of the charge, testimony from the trial, and resulting sentence. Sullivan was sentenced to carry a twenty pound stick eight hours a day for...

GLC02233.23

[Court Martial proceedings in the case of John T. Jones for being absent without leave.]

Details court martial proceedings of John T. Jones, who pled guilty to the charge of "absence without leave." Jones was sentenced to carry a twenty pound stick eight hours a day for fourteen days. With the names of James Dalrymple as the Judge...

GLC02233.24

[Court Martial proceedings in the case of Haywood Sullivan for being absent without leave.]

Details the trial and conviction of Haywood Sullivan for the charge of "absence without leave." Records specifics of the charge, testimony from the trial, and resulting sentence. With the name of Captain Thomas R. Youngblood as if signed, but likely...

GLC02233.25

[Court Martial proceedings in the case of W. H. Hutson for being absent without leave]

Details the trial and conviction of Hutson for the charge of "absence without leave." Records specifics of the charge, testimony from the trial, and resulting sentence. Hutson was sentenced to carry a twenty pound stick eight hours a day for sixteen...

GLC02233.26

[Court Martial proceedings in the case of Theophilus Goddin for being absent without leave]

Details court martial proceedings of Theophilus Goddin, who pled guilty to the charge of "absence without leave." Goddin was sentenced to carry a twenty pound stick eight hours a day for sixteen days. With the names of James Dalrymple as the Judge...

GLC02233.27

[Court Martial proceedings in the case of Moses J. Hill for being absent without leave]

Details court martial proceedings of Moses J. Hill, who pled guilty to the charge of "absence without leave." Hill was sentenced to carry a twenty pound stick eight hours a day for fourteen days. With the names of James Dalrymple as the Judge...

GLC02233.28

[Court Martial proceedings in the case of Festus Oliver for being absent without leave]

Details court martial proceedings of Festus Oliver, who pled guilty to the charge of "absence without leave." Oliver was sentenced to carry a twenty pound stick eight hours a day for eighteen days. With the names of James Dalrymple as the Judge...

GLC02233.29

[Court Martial proceedings in the case of Stephen Goddin for being absent without leave]

Details court martial proceedings of Stephen Goddin, who pled guilty to the charge of "absence without leave." Goddin was sentenced to carry a twenty pound stick eight hours a day for fourteen days. With the names of James Dalrymple as the Judge...

GLC02233.30

[Charge and specifications in the case of John M. Holmes for multiple desertions]

Charges against John W. Holmes for deserting for the fourth, fifth, and sixth time. Describes these desertions. Also signed and approved by George Wortham.

GLC02233.31

to Almira Winchell

Discusses the Grand Review of the Armies in Washington, D.C. Describes some of the signs hung on buildings that welcomed the soldiers home. Accompanied by an envelope printed with the insignia of the Fifth Corps.

GLC04706.16

to unknown

Military pass for Maury and two friends to travel to Richmond "without molestation by any guards & pickets," by order of Major General Whiting. Written from Cape Fear Department Headquarters.

GLC04572.14

to Nan [Maury]

Makes arrangements to leave the city.

GLC04572.15

to Nan [Maury]

Recently returned from Richmond and thinks the order to return without delay was unnecessary. Reports that the "North Carolina" has not come to port. Writes, "When this Civil War is over I think we shall be able to appreciate the comforts of home."

GLC04572.16

to Nan [Maury]

Expresses concern over reports that someone (presumably an officer) has been wounded. Discusses the possibility of the Union taking Richmond: "We have...been very anxious about Richmond but there is a general feeling the enemy will not succeed in...

GLC04572.17

to Nan [Maury]

He has inflammatory rheumatism and hopes to recover enough to come home so she can nurse him. Received the letters to be forwarded to her aunt, noting that all blockade letters are inspected and Mrs. E's letter may be rejected because of it's length...

GLC04572.18

to Nan [Maury]

Reports that his health is improving and he was able to walk today but is not yet able to travel. Gives news of family and friends. Year inferred.

GLC04572.19

to Nan [Maury]

Reports that he can now stand twice a day. Discusses a Lt. Johnston who commanded a ship that went to help a grounded blockade runner.

GLC04572.20

to Nan [Maury]

Writes that he is much better but still not well enough to make the trip to Milton. Notes that if not for his illness he would have been sent to command one of the Ironclads at Richmond. Year inferred.

GLC04572.21

to [Nan Maury]

Griggs is writing for Captain Maury, whose rheumatism has affected his hand. Maury is well enough to walk in the yard but cannot write for himself.

GLC04572.22

to [Nan Maury]

Griggs is writing for William Maury, who feels a little worse today and will not be able to start home this week.

GLC04572.23

to William Lewis Maury

Orders from the Confederate Navy Department releasing Maury from active duty at Wilmington Station due to poor health. Sidney (or Sydney) Smith Lee was Robert E. Lee's older brother. A commander in the Confederate States Navy, S. Lee was chief of the...

GLC04572.24

to Nan [Maury]

Year inferred from content. Mentions the peace conference between Confederate Vice President Alexander Stephens, President Lincoln and General U. S. Grant. "I hope that it [the outcome of the conference] will have the effect to unite our people &...

GLC04572.25

to Nan [Maury]

Mentions family and friends in Richmond. Captain Lee thinks there may be an opening for him in the Navy in an ironclad at Charleston.

GLC04572.26

to Nan [Maury]

Mentions family and friends in Richmond. Reports that the government is still unsure about what to do with the Navy officers; a rumor indicates that they may be put in the Army. Writes, "We are now nearly excluded from the water." Year inferred.

GLC04572.27

to Nan [Maury]

Maury tried to get leave to go home to comfort his wife and help take care of their son, who has diphtheria, but was appointed to a court martial. When the trial is over he will try to come home. Writes, "the returned prisoners are coming in pretty...

GLC04572.28

to William Maury

Letter appointing Maury as a member of a Naval General Court Martial. Maury is ordered to report to Richmond four days from the date of the letter. Includes penciled directions on how to get to Richmond on verso. With autograph note signed by...

GLC04572.29