25 March 1862

Document

Title: [Instructions for Officers on Outpost and Patrol Duty]

Instructions and training issued by the War Department.

GLC03974.35

1861-1863

Photograph

Title: [Photograph of Charles H. Worcester]

GLC03974.36

1861-1863

Photograph

Title: [Photograph of a union soldier]

Probably a picture of either John or Charles H. Worcester.

GLC03974.37

1861-1863

Photograph

Title: [Photograph of John H. Worcester]

GLC03974.38

1861-1863

Photograph

Title: Mr Day, Minister at Hollis, New Hampshire

GLC03974.39

1861-1863

Map

Title: 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

1 April 1917

Worcester, Charles H., fl. 1863-1917

Document

Title: [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

1950-1953

United States Department of Defense

Letter

Title: [Message to the families of U.S. soldiers reported missing in Korea]

One letter to the families of U.S. personnel reported missing in action in Korea from the Department of Defense dated 1950-1953. Message warns families about individuals who attempt to "turn the grief and sorrow of families to their own uses" by promising information about persons missing in action in exchange for money. Families are urged to notify the F.B.I. about communication they receive regarding missing relatives.

GLC09818.04

1 May 1953

Keller, Carl O., 1916-1981

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Johnnie Keller

One letter to Johnnie Keller from PFC Carl Keller, dated May 1, 1953. Carl says that he has received the last three letters Johnnie sent. He is enjoying the spring weather and passing the time by playing ball games. He asks about Bailey and Paul and how they are doing in the Army. Comments that he is anxious to get home. He also mentions his desire to buy a new car when he returns.

GLC09818.05

6 September 1863

Jones, Joseph, fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy E. Jones

They are camped between the Sandy and Lookout mountains. The men "almost melt in the day time and freeze stiff at night." He dreamt that they took all of Bragg's men prisoner. Includes note to Phebe Jane Jones.

GLC02739.069

12 October 1863

Jones, Joseph, fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy E. Jones

They are so close to the Confederates that they can "talk to them" but neither side is allowed to shoot. Three companies of Confederates gave themselves up and more do every day.

GLC02739.077

28 November 1863

Jones, Joseph, fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy E. Jones

His corps captured 30 cannon and 3,000 prisoners in the battle for Missionary Ridge. His division returned to Chattanooga and is headed now for Knoxville. Burnside has been successful.

GLC02739.090

December 17, 1782

Irvine, Charles, 1756-1819

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Alexander Irvine

Charles Irvine writes to his brother in Aberdeen, Scotland that his regiment has moved from Staten Island to York Island and have been there a month. He is very comfortable. Regrets that Balfour (a soldier returning home who delivered his last letter) could not visit Alexander. Reports that three of the regiment captains' are prisoners, one at Halifax, and the others at home. He and one other captain remain with the regiment but the duties are easier than on Staten Island where they had many detachments. Fears he may miss getting this letter to the packet boat. Anticipates news from Gibraltar…

GLC01450.023.14

29 April 1863-10 December 1863

Goddard, Dighton, 1822-1910

Diary

Title: [Diary of Dighton Goddard]

Diary of a soldier in the 34th Massachusetts Volunteers. Written in pencil in a small leather bound planner. Most entries detail the weather, the regiment's movements through Virginia, foraging, rations, and daily occurrences. Entry on 3 May mentions that the cavalry captured 12 Confederates and surrounded and fired at a major who had escaped into the woods. Entries for 14 and 15 May describe an engagement near New Market, Virginia where his regiment suffered losses because they were outnumbered. Reports marching to Harrisburg on 2 June, then on to Port Republic where he describe a…

GLC03608.01

April 14, 1865

Farmer, George E., fl. 1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mr. Farmer

George E. Farmer writes to his father that he is in excellent spirits after being present at Confederate General Robert E. Lee's surrender. He discusses the Appomattox Campaign and indicates that he participated in the fighting near Dinwiddie Courthouse and was with the dismounted cavalry at Five Forks. He explains that though the fighting was fierce, the soldiers knew it was the end of the war and that the Confederates could be beaten. He was also present at the battle on Brown's Road and was with the advance the day Confederate General Richard S. Ewell was captured. He describes the events…

GLC00808.01

April 21, 1865

Farmer, George E., fl. 1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Maggie

George E. Farmer gives a day by day account of the movements and engagements of his regiment during the Appomattox campaign. He reports that they left Petersburg on March 29, camped at Dinwiddie Courthouse, and fought a skirmish at Hatcher's Run. After fighting all day on the 30th, they were attacked in strong force on the 31st. He states that they fought in the Battle at Five Forks on the first of April and briefly describes the battle. He says they skirmished near Amelia Courthouse on April 4, then marched 25 miles to Jetersville. He reports fighting at Deatonsville on April 6, and…

GLC00808.02

July 1, 1862

Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865

Autograph note signed

Title: Presidential note to Secretary of War Edwin Stanton

Note from Abraham Lincoln asking that Charles F. Johnson be given parole in Cleveland. Johnson is unidentified, but presumably from Senator Lazarus W. Powell's state, Kentucky. Accompanied by photograph (GLC00206.02) of Lincoln and Tad, reading (with tax stamp on back).

GLC00206.01

August 10, 1775

Noyes, John, 1740-1784

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mary Noyes

Writes to his wife in Newbury, Massachusetts that he is well and hopes she is too. He thinks something is going to happen soon because some prominent families are leaving town for England (possibly Loyalists). Discusses a rifleman that was taken to jail and sent out a letter but he got out of prison. Wants to come home soon and sends love to the family. Noyes served in the Continental army during the Revolutionary War.

GLC01450.056.02

circa 1776

Noyes, John, 1740-1784

Autograph letter

Title: to Mary Noyes

John Noyes writes to his wife in Newbury, Massachusetts. He discusses soldiers taken prisoners who will probably be put to death. States he has sent five dollars, and sends his love to his family. First page or pages are missing and the bottom right corner is cut out so there is no date or signature. Both are inferred from context and from other letters in the collection. Noyes was a soldier in the Continental army during the Revolutionary War.

GLC01450.056.10

circa September-December 1776

Noyes, John, 1740-1784

Autograph letter

Title: to Mary Noyes

John Noyes writes to his wife in Newbury, Massachusetts. States that 130 British vessels have landed at Staten Island and they have not more than 10,000 troops. Reports that the British are going up to Albany. Mentions the execution and jailing of some Tories. He remarks that six of their men were killed by their own cannon fire. Informs that there are 30 to 40 thousand men in the American army. First page and last page or pages are missing so there is no date or signature. Both are inferred from context and from other letters in the collection. Noyes was a soldier in the Continental army…

GLC01450.056.11

6 March 1919

Hopkins, Lawrence L., fl. 1918-1919

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Dr. A.W. Hopkins

Writes to his father about his stalled plans to return home. Reports having received letters from his mother and Harold. Discusses the capture of his friend Hatfield, a descendant of the famous Hatfield-McCoys of Kentucky, who proved to his captors that being a good fighter runs in the family. Encloses a postal order and Harold's letter (not included). Written on Knights of Columbus letterhead.

GLC07810.048

7 November 1918

Lyons, Curtis Blair, 1894-1968

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Helen Lyons

Writes to his wife about meeting friendly French soldiers. Wonders why he has not recieved any letters from home. Discusses the rainy weather. Says that he has seen many German prisoners working on the roads. Inquires as to his daughter's well-being and local news. Written on American Red Cross letterhead.

GLC07810.067

1779-1781

Manuscript document signed

Title: [Collection of two items re: American prisoners of war] Decimalized

GLC08390

22 October 1779

Farry, John, fl. 1779

Manuscript document signed

Title: [Deposition of American sailor captured by the British off Nova Scotia in 1778]

GLC08390.01

27 November 1781

Manuscript document signed

Title: [Prisoner Petition]

"The Petitioned Number of American Prisoners of War . . .," requesting exchange for British officers and seamen. Penned from Kinial Prison, signed by 10 American POW's.

GLC08390.02