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Possibly included with GLC07705.032

Includes a sketch of a windmill.

GLC07705.033

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

to Father

He writes he is one of the best drilled men in the regiment and can stand a rigid examination. He seeks the officer recommendation for a commission.

GLC07705.035

to Father

He tells him to pay Mr. Choate what he owes when he gets paid. They have removed to Camp Windfield..

GLC07705.036

to Father

Thanks him for the picture of himself before he enlisted. Then describes his regiment flag and asks his father why he isn't using the money he sent

GLC07705.037

to Father

They are still building the fort while waiting for the rebel to attack. He regrets they were not in New York for New Year's. He intends to send him most of his pay.

GLC07705.038

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...

GLC07705.039

to Father

It is now a reality that they will go on General Burnside's expedition. He requests several newspapers.

GLC07705.040

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

to Father

They experienced hurricane-like weather. Now it seems as though they won't go on Burnside's expedition but will keep his father posted

GLC07705.042

to Father

He finally got an acknowledgement from his father that the money he sent was received. Yesterday they had the monthly inspection of the troops' quarters.

GLC07705.043

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

to Father

Their regiment has captured Roanoke Island (50 pieces of artillery and over 2000 prisoners). Next they go to Raleigh. He received his pay again and sent most of it to his father.

GLC07705.045

to Father

written over, cannot be read. Written aboard the steamer "Virginia".

GLC07705.046

to Father

He embarked on board a gun boat named Commodore Barney whose sole mission was to burn down a railroad bridge. Hedescribes a somewhat eventful journey and encampment. Written aboard the steamer "Virginia".

GLC07705.047

to Father

He writes of the difficulty of staying in contact. He is glad that he has survived a severe battle. He lists all the people he has not heard from in a while.Written aboard the steamer "Virginia"

GLC07705.048

to Father

They have now been ordered to garrison on Roanoke. He describes his quarters in great detail.

GLC07705.049

to Father

He writes of an intimate acquaintance of his that was recently promoted.

GLC07705.050

to Father

He remarks upon the newspapers his father has sent him that include articles about recent battles. A particular editorial has him riled...their regiment received a beautiful new flag.

GLC07705.051

to Father

He is glad that his father received the $35. He regrets that there is no news and is forced to write a short letter.

GLC07705.052

to Father

He writes that since Roanoke was taken, hundreds of slaves have left their masters and sought protection from the Union and are now employed by the government.

GLC07705.053

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

to Father

He enjoyed the Chaplain's lecture. He is going to Elizabeth City next.

GLC07705.055

to Father

General Johnston has been reported dead. He believes Jefferson Davis will soon meet his fate. Mentions Mr. Watson.

GLC07705.056

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

to Father

He complains he has not received any mail from him lately. Hewmentions their Adjutant who was killed in River Bridge.

GLC07705.058

to Father

An order was read to reduce the regiment of three corporals. A John Davis was one of them. He warns his father not to tell John's parents.

GLC07705.059

to Father

The received a letter from John Davis's sister asking why his father hasn't called on him.

GLC07705.060

to Father

He is anxiously awaiting a decision on whether he will get furlough.

GLC07705.061

to Father

He includes sketch with a soldier standing next to a cannon, tee pees, an American Indian and a banner that says "Union."
He mentions a Sergeant Chas E. Hill.

GLC07705.062

to Father

He complains the only mail he receives are newspapers and his friends seem to have forgotten him.

GLC07705.063

to Father

He received the news of his father's upcoming marriage and trip to Rochester. Fred L., who has been sick for some time received a furlough. He mentions all the possessions he left behind when he enlisted.

GLC07705.064

to Father

He is sending this letter as well as some other things along with a Corp. Hugh McMann.

GLC07705.065

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Bust portrait of a man.

GLC08878.1924

Engraving of unknown woman

One engraving of an unknown woman dated circa 1865. Three quarter length portrait of a woman in a fancy dress with a shawl edged in fur and a wreath of flowers in her hair.

GLC08878.1925

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Bust portrait of a man.

GLC08878.1926

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Bust portrait of a man in a suit.

GLC08878.1927

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Half seated portrait of a man.

GLC08878.1928

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Half portrait of a man.

GLC08878.1929

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Bust profile portrait of a man.

GLC08878.1930

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Bust portrait of a man in a suit with a high collar.

GLC08878.1931

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Bust portrait of a man.

GLC08878.1932

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Bust portrait of a man with a disheveled bow tie.

GLC08878.1933

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Bust portrait of a man in a military uniform with a sash and medal around his collar.

GLC08878.1934

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Half seated portrait of a man at a table.

GLC08878.1935

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Bust portrait of a man based on a painting by Joshua Reynolds.

GLC08878.1936

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Bust profile portrait of a man.

GLC08878.1937

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Bust portrait of a man.

GLC08878.1938

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Full seated portrait of a man.

GLC08878.1939

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Half seated portrait of a man.

GLC08878.1940

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Full standing portrait of a man leaning on a column.

GLC08878.1941

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Half portrait of a man in a ruffled collar.

GLC08878.1942

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Half seated portrait of a man.

GLC08878.1943

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Bust portrait of a man.

GLC08878.1944

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Full seated portrait of a man at a table holding papers.

GLC08878.1945

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Full seated portrait of a man in religious garb, possibly a cardinal in the Catholic Church.

GLC08878.1946

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Half portrait of a man in formal clothing including a cape.

GLC08878.1947

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Half seated portrait of a man at a table it looks like it was based on a sketch.

GLC08878.1948

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Bust portrait of a man the engraving looks like it was based on a sketch.

GLC08878.1949

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Bust portrait of a man.

GLC08878.1950

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Half portrait of a man looking forward.

GLC08878.1951

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Half portrait of a man holding a cane.

GLC08878.1952

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Bust portrait of a man. Same image as GLC08878.1915.

GLC08878.1953

Old Curiosity Shop

One engraving entitled Old Curiosity Shop dated circa 1865. Depicts a scene with a man sitting in a chair drinking as he leans back on the back legs of the chair. Besides him is a woman leaning against the wall wiping her mouth on the back of her...

GLC08878.1954

Don Quixote Fights a Lion

One engraving entitled Don Quixote Fights a Lion dated circa 1865. Depicts a scene from the novel Don Quixote in which he fights a lion that is in a cage on the back of a cart.

GLC08878.1955

[Russian Cross]

One engraving of a Russian Cross dated circa 1865. Depicts a cross with Christian imagery. At the bottom of the image is a caption that reads "Russian Cross, Taken From A House In The Rear Of the Redan Sebastopola."

GLC08878.1956

Guy Mannering

One engraving entitled Guy Mannering dated circa 1865. Depicts a barefoot man in robes speaking to two other men seated at a table. The men at the table are dressed in western clothing.

GLC08878.1957

[Seal of New York]

One engraving of the seal of New York dated circa 1800. Depicts both sides of the seal of the state of New York dated 1777 featuring a sun rising over three mountains.

GLC08878.1958

[Various French seals]

One engraving of six French seals dated circa 1865.

GLC08878.1959

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Three quarter length portrait of a man leaning against a column and holding a hat.

GLC08878.1960

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Half seated portrait of a man pouring a glass of wine.

GLC08878.1961

Thomas Sackville, Earl of Dorset

One engraving of Thomas Sackville, Earl of Dorset dated December 1, 1836. Engraved by T. Fry.

GLC08878.1673

Thomas Sackville, Earl of Dorset

One engraving of Thomas Sackville, Earl of Dorset dated December 1, 1836. Engraved by T. Fry.

GLC08878.1674

Henry Frederick, Prince of Wales

One engraving of Henry Frederick, Prince of Wales dated December 1, 1836. Engraved by W. Finden.

GLC08878.1675

Henry Howard, Earl of Northampton

One engraving of Henry Howard, Earl of Northampton dated December 1, 1836. Engraved by Henry Robinson.

GLC08878.1676

Thomas Bodley

One engraving of Thomas Bodley dated December 1, 1836. Engraved by Henry Thomas Ryall.

GLC08878.1677

The Wellington Statue in Edinburgh by Steel

One engraving of the 1st Duke of Wellington, on horseback. Engraving created from sketch of a statue sculpted by John Steel. Sketch completed by James Good Tunny. Print by Francis Croll.

GLC08878.1678

The Tower of London

One engraving of the Tower of London. Date unknown and artist is not credited in print.

GLC08878.1679

Woodrow Wilson

One print of Woodrow Wilson dated circa 1990. Half seated portrait of Wilson at a desk based on the painting by Edmund Charles Tarbell.

GLC08878.1962

View in Westminster Abbey, from the Altar

One engraving of Westminster Abbey altar view engraved by J. Woods from an illustration by J. Salmon, and R. Garland.

GLC08878.1680

No. 54 -- St. Peter's Church

One engraving of St. Peter's Basilica's front entrance. Artist is not credited on print.

GLC08878.1681

Windsor Castle

One engraving of Windsor Castle from an original painting by Charles Marshall. Engraved by W. Henshall. Depicts the castle in the distance with farm land and residents of the land working and resting.

GLC08878.1682

Harry S. Truman

One print of Harry S. Truman dated circa 1990. Half seated portrait of Truman holding papers based on the painting by Greta Kempton.

GLC08878.1963

The Kremlin of Moscow

One engraving of the Kremlin in Moscow, Russia. Engraved by Piles & Giles.

GLC08878.1683

Dwight D. Eisenhower

One print of Dwight D. Eisenhower dated circa 1990. Half seated portrait of Eisenhower in his military uniform based on the painting by Thomas Edgar Stephens.

GLC08878.1964

Lyndon Baines Johnson

One print of Lyndon Baines Johnson dated circa 1990. Half standing portrait of Johnson holding a book. There is a sunrise or sunset over the capitol in the background of the image. Based on the painting by Peter Hurd.

GLC08878.1965

Monument to Walter Scott

One engraving of a monument built in honor of Walter Scott. Engraved by John Sartain.

GLC08878.1684

Engraving of Philip Herbert, Earl of Pembroke & Montgomery

One engraving of Philip Herbert, Earl of Pembroke & Montgomery dated 1827. Half portrait of Herbert based on the painting by Anthony Van Dyke.

GLC08878.1966

Engraving of William Herbert, Earl of Pembroke

One engraving of William Herbert, Earl of Pembroke dated 1826. Half portrait of Herbert based on the painting by Anthony Van Dyke.

GLC08878.1967

Engraving of William Herbert, Earl of Pembroke

One engraving of William Lord Paget dated 1826. Half portrait of Herbert based on the painting by Hans Holbein.

GLC08878.1968

Engraving of Matthew Parker Archbishop of Canterbury

One engraving of Matthew Parker Archbishop of Canterbury dated 1836. Half portrait of Parker.

GLC08878.1969

Engraving of Horatio, First Lord Walpole

One engraving of Horatio, First Lord Walpole dated 1836. Half portrait of Walpole based on the painting by Jean Baptiste van Loo.

GLC08878.1970

Engraving of Wellington medal

One engraving of Wellington medal dated circa 1836. Includes both sides of the medal on of which is stamped Wellington and features a profile portrait of a man. The other side features a man on horseback.

GLC08878.1971

Engraving of Henry Wilson

One undated portrait of Henry Wilson. Bust portrait of Wilson.

GLC08878.1972

Moll Pitcher

One engraving entitled Moll Pitcher dated circa 1865. Features a woman loading a cannon. Behind the cannon are soldiers and another solder lays at her feet. Based on a painting by Alonzo Chappel.

GLC08878.1973

London Bridge

One engraving of London Bridge dated 1852.

GLC08878.1685

Chatsworth, Derbyshire / The Seat of the Duke of Devonshire

One engraving of Chatsworth, Derbyshire. Engraved by M. Berrenger from an original illustration by John Preston Neale. Depicts the house from the river.

GLC08878.1686

Windsor Castle from the Terrace

One engraving of Windsor Castle from the terrace view.

GLC08878.1687

Queen's Jubilee

One print of Queen Elizabeth II's silver jubilee. Depicts the Queen arriving by horse carriage surrounded by a crowd.

GLC08878.1688

Chateau de la Grange-Bleneau: The Home of Lafayette

One print of the Chateau de la Grange-Bleneau. The chateau was the home of Marquis de Lafayette. Reverse side contains a biography of the Marquis de Lafayette and his involvement during the American Revolution.

GLC08878.1689