4 December 1860

McSherry, Eliza, 1829-?

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry F. McSherry

GLC09324.09

16 May 1861

McSherry, R., fl. 1861

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry F. McSherry

GLC09324.10

1815-1860

Autograph letter

Title: to Henry F. McSherry

GLC09324.11

20 May 1861

Anna, fl. 1860-1861

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry F. McSherry

GLC09324.12

21 November 1860

Anna, fl. 1860-1861

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry F. McSherry

GLC09324.13

28 April 1863

[illegible]

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry F. McSherry

second note marked confidential and a copy. dated 4 May 1861

GLC09324.14

8 July 1864

Bloodgood, Delevan, fl. 1864

Printed document signed

Title: ["Return of Medicines, Stores, Furniture, Instruments"]

signed by Henry F. McSherry

GLC09324.16

2 November 1860

Anna, fl. 1860-1861

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry F. McSherry

GLC09324.17

8 June 1861

Autograph letter

Title: to Henry F. McSherry

GLC09324.18

1815-1860

Autograph letter

Title: to Henry F. McSherry

GLC09324.19

29 May 1861

Autograph letter

Title: to Henry F. McSherry

GLC09324.20

February 25, 1944

Weiner, Sylvia, 1912-2008

Postcard

Title: to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Postcard shows soldiers and sailors monument in Brooklyn, NY. Sylvia says she hopes it "takes him home."

GLC09414.0177

24 July 1861

Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

A gun-boat called Penguin lies there for the purpose of watching the movements of the enemy. He heard the sound of muskets firing while at brigade drill. He later learned it was a sham battle between regiments.

GLC07705.017

30 August 1861

Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

Since General Wool took over, things have improved greatly, down to the cook. He witnessed a naval battle between the Frigate Savannah and a Secession gun-boat. He writes that he received more clothes including a regular's fatigue suit. He now longs for a brush with the enemy,

GLC07705.018

8 October 1861

Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

The post master came and delivered his salary up to Sept. 1. later he tells the dramatic story of how they rescued the Indiana men from the boat, the Fanny. Written at Fort Clark.

GLC07705.025

10 April 1862

Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

They were ordered to embark on board the gun boat "Virginia." They anchored where they found a house and a man with a truce flag. 25 or 30 men came out which they took as prisoners. They all got new uniforms.

GLC07705.054

25 April 1862

Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

He gives a detailed account of the Battle of River Bridge. A close friend of his , William, is killed in battle. In total they lost 12 or 15 men.

GLC07705.057

3 June 1862

Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

He thinks Frank L. must have arrived home by now and has called on his father...Col. Hawkins proceeded on board the brig Port Royal for the purpose of ascending the swamp canal. Lt. Col Kimball detailed all the contrabands to erect arbars in front of each company barracks.

GLC07705.069

14 August 1941 - 16 December 1941

Askin, Thomas Barwiss Hagstog, Jr., fl. 1938-1958

Diary

Title: USS Memphis journal: Memorys and Incidents of My Last 60(?) Days in the United States Navy

Diary of Quartermaster Second Class Thomas Barwiss Hagstog Askin, Jr. containing a countdown of days until his relief day. Askin's diary describes day-to-day experiences aboard the USS Memphis. Includes entries regarding correspondence, entertainment aboard the ship, drills, payday, and other engagements. Askin becomes increasingly discontented with sea life and frustrated with delays in his return to the United States. Noteworthy entries take place on; September 11, 1941, Askin fears an attack on the ship following President Roosevelt's declaring it legal to sink Nazi ships; October 13,1941…

GLC09555.01

4 August 1862

Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

He expected to go up to Harrison's landing but ended up anchored to Fortress Monroe.

GLC07705.088

6 August 1862

Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

He describes the encampment scene on the banks of Rappahanock. He writes that some men will come face to face with the enemy and they are all delighted with this.

GLC07705.089

3 December 1861-5 December 1861

Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

He describes the weather but then says he has nothing to write about. He is currently helping to build barracks. Then describes two rebel propellers that shot at their boats.

GLC07705.034

January 12,1862

Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

There is a rumor of their intended departure on Gen. Burnside's expedition which is strengthened by the arrival or 2 or 3 light draught gun boats daily. Everyone has been preparing by making requisitons for extra ammunition and equipment. He insists that he use his salary once again.

GLC07705.039

January 18, 1862

Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

Burnside's expedition will have them travelling on the Staten Island Ferry. They will be the advance guard, set to attack Roanoke Island, then onto Norfolk, North Carolina...15,000 to 20,000 men on board the vessels.

GLC07705.041

February 2, 1862

Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

He finally received orders to pack up and leave for Burnside's expedition. They will be aboard the Spaulding. He writes he may not hear from him for sometime, but tells him not to worry.

GLC07705.044