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April 17, 1861
Osborn & Durbec
"No. 6."
Caption label on verso: "…Ending of Ruins of Officers Quartes and Commencement of Soldiers' Barracks. This view is on the facing towards Charleston."
GLC03919.03
1861/04/[17]
"No. 12."
Caption label on verso: "…Ending of Solders' [sic] Barracks seen in No. 11, and commencing and continuing with Officers' Quarters up to Gateway on the right. This completes the whole circuit in sections."
GLC03919.04
"[No.] 14."
View of a group of Confederate dignitaries in front of the shot furnace on the parade ground at Fort Sumter. The group is gathered beside a large mounted cannon, and is purported to contain both Wade Hampton and Gov. Francis Pickens.
GLC03919.05
[1861/04/17]
"[No.] 15."
View of the cannons from inside Fort Sumter, probably on the parapet.
GLC03919.06
"No. 17."
View of the rear of Fort Sumter's parapet.
GLC03919.07
"[No.] 18."
View of the sally-port inside Fort Sumter, with Confederate soldiers gathered in the entrance.
GLC03919.08
"[No.] 19."
Purported to be the only known photograph of the interior of Fort Sumter's casemate, this view shows a row of guns mounted beneath brick archways.
GLC03919.09
1862
Flinn, John William, fl. 1863-1893
[Photograph of Flinn as a 14 year old Confederate enlistee]
Daguerreotype photograph of John W. Flinn. Depicts Flinn as a fourteen year old Confederate enlistee, wearing a military hat and belt.
GLC04573.01
11 March 1863
to his father
Reports that his regiment is on Provost Guard. Three days worth of rations only lasts for two days, after which the soldiers must provide for themselves or do without. It is illegal to sell whiskey in town, and his regiment usually catches those...
GLC04573.02
26 May 1863
Flow, J.S., fl. 1863
to A.M. Flinn
Billie [J. W. Flinn] has been wounded, captured and taken to Fort Delaware. Lieut. Col. Luse just returned from Fort Delaware and said Flinn was doing well. (Flinn was captured at the battle of Marye's Heights or Second Fredricksburg, May 3, 1863).
GLC04573.03
9 August 1863
Spent three weeks as a prisoner at Fort Delaware. Has not heard from his family since he returned to camp. While at Fort Delaware, his father had come to camp to visit and went home without knowing the fate of his son. He discusses the losses from...
GLC04573.04
January 10, 1864
to A.M. Flinn [incomplete]
His regiment suffered heavy casualties in the battle. They were caught in the crossfire of several Yankee infantry units and within the sights of an artillery battery. He also speculates on whether Yankees in Virginia or Tennessee fight harder...
GLC04573.05
4 December 1864
to A. M. Flinn
He received the sad news of his little sister's death. He asks about the cause of her death and the length of her illness. He did not receive a check his father sent to him. Signed: "your son William."
GLC04573.06
31 December 1864
He has not received a letter since 26 November. He encloses a clothing permit, which will allow his father to send him items from home. The permit is to be fastened to the articles of clothing and "permit inside" is to be written on the box. He...
GLC04573.07
13 July 1893
Capens, E., fl. 1893
to John William Flinn
He invites Reverend Flinn to attend his consecration as the "Assistant Bishop of the Protestant Episcopal Church, for the Diocese of South Carolina."
GLC04573.08
15 April 1901
Gordon, John Brown, 1832-1904
Informs Professor Flinn that he is unable to attend the reunion of the South Carolina Veterans in May.
GLC04573.09
30 January 1903
Wilson, Woodrow, 1856-1924
Wilson writes to Reverend Flinn. Acknowledges a letter concerning Wilson's father: "It really gives me very deep comfort to hear such word about my father from those who really knew and appreciated him." Also replies that he does not know much...
GLC04573.10
11 December 1889
[Memorial ribbon and explanatory note]
The ribbon is pinned across the top of an explanatory note entitled "Jefferson Davis Memorial Badge," written by J. W. Flinn. The note indicates that the Flinn wore the ribbon at South Carolina' memorial service for Jefferson Davis. The note...
GLC04573.11
22 March 1884
O'Brien, Thomas B., fl. 1884
Notification that he has been elected as an honorary member of the association. Written on stationery of the "Army of Northern Virginia Benevolent Association, Louisiana Division."
GLC04573.12
ca. 1861-1862
Anthony, fl. 1861-1862
Ulysses S. Grant Carte de visite
White mount with purple border. Imprint of Anthony on verso. Vignette bust portrait in uniform, wearing hat.
GLC07808.002
13 August 1775
Howland, Joseph, 1749-1836
to Henry Knox
Indicates that he sent Knox some hosiery. Describes Norwich as confused. Discusses current preparations to defend against the British, who would like to seize their provisions. Calls the uncontested British seizure of provisions on Fishers Island...
GLC02437.00201
25 September 1775
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
to William Knox
Mentions making daily excursions to Cambridge. Reports that General Charles Lee said William could easily get a commission, and Knox will discuss it further with George Washington and Horatio Gates. Knox wants William to join the artillery...
GLC02437.00203
23 October 1775
Greenleaf, Joseph, 1720-1810
to George Washington
Docketed by George Washington. Forwards Knox a plan (not included) given to Greenleaf "by a country gentleman." He concludes that Knox could make the best use of it, commenting that "if it affords any good hints they will be improved by you for the...
GLC02437.00207
16 November 1775
to Lucy Knox
Writes lovingly to his wife. Discusses his journey to visit her, getting caught in a violent storm, and expecting to see her tomorrow night. Explains that George Washington has ordered him to go to Fort Ticonderoga. Knox, having recently been...
GLC02437.00209
Moylan, Stephen, 1737-1811
to Gouverneur Morris
A letter of introduction for Henry Knox. Asks that Morris "make New York as agreeable to [Knox] as the circumstances of the times will admit." Also asks if there were any letters from "our friend Penn." Moylan was a soldier and officer in the...
GLC02437.00210
27 November 1775
Writes affectionately, asking about Lucy's journey from Worcester. Discusses his own journey to New York City on his way to Fort Ticonderoga, where George Washington had ordered him to travel to in order to bring back to Cambridge the British...
GLC02437.00211
A highly detailed letter in which Knox reports on his efforts to obtain ordnance in New York City for the Continental Army in Cambridge. Discusses similar, unsuccessful activities in regard to the activities of a man named Colonel Read, and his...
GLC02437.00212
Quincy, Josiah, 1710-1784
Discusses the need for and benefits that would come from establishing an American naval force. Has changed his mind and now believes Row Gallies could be effectively used in the Boston Harbor. In support of establishing a navy, cites successful...
GLC02437.00213
5 December 1775
A brief note to tell his wife that he has arrived near Fort Ticonderoga and is in good health. Comments that the battery is waiting for him, in reference to his orders from George Washington to inspect artillery seized from the British earlier that...
GLC02437.00214
Discusses working with General Philip Schuyler to arrange to have artillery seized from the British earlier in the year forwarded from Fort Ticonderoga to Cambridge, Massachusetts. Describes the garrison at Ticonderoga as weak and "the Conveyance...
GLC02437.00215
9 December 1775
Gates, Horatio, 1727-1806
Requests Knox's presence at headquarters in Cambridge, Massachusetts on behalf of George Washington. The letter was addressed to Worcester, Massachusetts, but at the time, Knox was at Fort George, in Lake George, New York.
GLC02437.00217
17 December 1775
to Alexander McDougall
Docket is written in Knox's hand. Asks Colonel McDougall to use his influence to have the listed shells sent to Cambridge, Massachusetts, immediately. In a post script, asks that McDougall inform George Washington if he cannot obtain the listed...
GLC02437.00220
Discusses activities relating to the transport of artillery captured from the British at Fort Ticonderoga earlier that year. Comments on difficulties of getting the ordnance over Lake George. Mentions that he has obtained sleds and oxen. He will...
GLC02437.00222
circa 1860-1870
Men of Mark Publishing Co.
[Portrait of John William Flinn]
Engraving of John William Flinn, noted as published by Men of Mark Publishing Co. located in Washington D.C.
GLC04573.14
Later copy of original letter (see GLC02437.00203).
GLC02437.00204
2 October 1775
Seeks a response to an earlier inquiry about finding a strong horse for an acquaintance (see GLC02437.00205). Indicates that he will leave for Newbury today and hopes for better luck collecting monies there. Asks William to entertain a man named Mr...
GLC02437.00206
16 June 1775, 9 December 1775, and 12 December 177
Shaw, Samuel, 1754-1794
[Resolutions for Revolutionary War generals' pay]
Three resolutions regarding pay. The earliest sets major generals' pay at $166 per month, and double that when they serve in two departments. The next two issue General Richard Montgomery, commander of American forces in Canada, additional money....
GLC02437.00216
14 December 1775
Knox, William, 1756-1795
Reports that the boat with letters and provisions sent by Henry arrived yesterday. Explains how a boat William was riding to Sabbath Day Point in sank close to the shore, making the artillery on board and the vessel salvageable. Captain Johnson also...
GLC02437.00219
to Philip Schuyler
Gives General Schuyler an update on the progress of preparations to transport artillery from Fort Ticonderoga to Cambridge, Massachusetts. Mentions that he has gotten the mortars and cannon over Lake George and arranged with Captain George Palmer to...
GLC02437.00221
Longs to see his wife and plans to in three weeks. Discusses activities relating to the transport of artillery captured from the British at Fort Ticonderoga earlier that year to Cambridge, Massachusetts. Reports that both his and William Knox's...
GLC02437.00223
18 December 1775
Schuyler, Philip John, 1733-1804
Writes that he is happy to hear Knox was able to get the artillery from Fort Ticonderoga to Fort George on the other side of Lake George. Schuyler has already made arrangements to transport the artillery to Cambridge and consequently orders Knox to...
GLC02437.00224
25 December 1775
Palmer, George, 1719-1809
Responds to Knox's cancellation of an arrangement for Captain Palmer to obtain sleds and pack animals to transport artillery from Fort Ticonderoga to Cambridge, Massachusetts. Reports that the patriotic people Palmer contracted with are insulted by...
GLC02437.00225
November 1893
A Southern Soldier's Experiences in a Northern Prison
Originally written for the students of a "lady cousin" who was concerned her pupils were being misinformed about the "kind treatment of Southern Soldiers in Northern prisons." Flinn later presented the address at "S. C. College Nov. 1893." He...
GLC04573.13
1863 ca.
McPherson, & Oliver, fl. 1864
[Scene of the 'Negro Charge' on the Reb Works]
Carte de visite. Penciled caption on verso, with additional pencil inscriptions "307" and "7793." View of a fortification on the edge of a valley. White mount with tan border. McPherson & Oliver imprint on verso.
GLC04596.01
[n.d.]
Carte de visite of "A Rebel dismounted Columbiad."
Penciled caption on verso, with additional inscriptions "306" and #7793." Image of a damaged cannon with the rear portion broken off and lying near several cannonballs and a ramrod.
GLC04596.02
Carte de visite of "Trench[e]s at Port Hudson."
Penciled caption on verso, with additional inscriptions "310" and "7793." Image of several tents and a pavilion in a wooded valley.
GLC04596.03
17 June 1867
Conger, Levi P., fl. 1824-1868
to Ann Conger
Misdated, possibly 17 June 1868. Explains to his wife that he does not write often because the post office is very far away. He believes the mountain air is good for him and feels better than he has in ten years. Says that the food seems to taste...
GLC04672.01
25 April to 8 May 1868
to Anne Conger
Writes to his wife detailing his journey from the Isthmus of Panama to San Francisco. Writes aboard the Aspenwall and the Oregonian, from the coasts of Nicaragua, Mexico, and California. Describes the Panamanian natives and an old town that had...
GLC04672.02
15 May 1868
Writes to his wife that he has stopped in Sacramento due to illness. Writes about his plans to continue to Plumas County by steamboat, stage, and sleigh. Due to the difficulty in transportation, he may not be able to write often. The included...
GLC04672.03
1 June 1868
Writes to his wife that he has walked 120 miles in four days and still has another 130 miles to go into the mountains. His feet are sore but he feels great. Describes sleeping on the ground and the arduous journey ahead of him. The included...
GLC04672.04
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