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1859
Hollyer, S., fl. 1859
Washington Market 1859
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1861
The Seventh Regiment, N.G.S.N.Y., Leaving New York, April 19th, 1861, For the Defense of Washington
From Frank Leslie's Illustrated Newspaper.
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1860
Map of Georgetown and the City of Washington
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25 December 1862
Ives, J.P., fl. 1862
to Capt. Majaw
He writes that the Resolute has returned from Alexandria and wishes the Capt. a Merry Christmas.
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25 June 1862
Beall, R.S., fl. 1862
to Thomas Hillhouse
He will be transmitting muster rolls of the field and the staff and companies of the 47th regiment.
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7 June 1861
Irish, C.B., fl. 1861
to Gen. Mauram
He requests a pattern of Haverlock suited to their regiment.
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6 October 1862
Heese, H.B., fl. 1861
to Gen. Hillhouse
"I can learn nothing of the whereabouts of the Monticello regiment--will you please advise me of its completion and when and where I shall pay?" Letter from the paymaster.
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29 March 1862
to Unknown
Mentions John Ballard. Letter is almost illegible but he also mentions a Colonel that was arrested.
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24 November 1864
Doyle, John H., fl. 1864
to Sir
He tells of his journey onboard the Ohio toward Fortress Monroe. he describes the ship and coming in harbors in New York, Rhode Island, and Deleware.
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5 July 1863
to Mr. Baker
He describes his journey since they left Philadelphia. The commander of the boat is a man named John L. Davis, "who fears nothing but his maker." He mentions that he is sick of the war and currently they have been waiting for the Massachusetts to...
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21 October 1862
Moore, William, fl. 1862
to Mr. Thurman
He does not like their Captain. He describes Captain Parks as cowardly. All the men dislike him. Credit should be given where it's due he says and lists several officers he approves of.
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13 January 1862
Burroughs, Charles, fl. 1862
to William Gifford
Charles thanks William for the package he sent of various food stuffs. He then describes his daily activities as a soldier. There was a chance for a fight but the Rebels have not shown themselves.
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23 July 1862
Albert, fl. 1861-1864
to Sister
Albert has been very busy and this has delayed writing to his sister.They've been working hard loading horse teams. But things are easier now. He describes his meals.
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26 July 1862
Barrows, Arad, fl. 1862
to Madam
A thank you letter from Union Volunteer Refreshment Committee for the fair that was held at the saloon.
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12 March 1864
McCollough, William A., fl. 1964
to Friend Fen
William writes that his life is very dull. The only excitement comes when they're on picket. They occasionally exchange shots with the Rebels and this results in 4 or 5 getting killed.
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21 September 1862
Mouse, William, fl. 1862
Since last he wrote the battle of the 27th of August was very severe. They did not have a staff officer to lead them but were able to take 3 pieces of artillery. He was recently promoted to corporal.
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1864
Soldier's Depot, Dining Room (1st Floor)
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View of the N.Y. State Soldier's Depot, 50 & 52 Howard St.
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circa 1865
Pewter Mug Tavern & Tammany Hall, Frankfort St.--1860
A banner hangs from the roof proclaiming "Regular Democratic Nominations for President."
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Rail-Road Depot in 4th Ave. Cor. 27st.
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1863
[Central Department of Metropolitan Police]
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Junction of Canal & Walker St. Near Centre St.
Mainly shows horse drawn carts and wagons at the junction of Canal and Walker.
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View of Vandewater St. Cor. Frankfort St. (1863)
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1862
The Old "Gotham Inn"--In Bowery
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Old House Cor. Houston & Cannon Sts. (1864) Forming Part of the Delancey Estate.
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Duplicate of GLC09118.32.
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1857
Old Penold's Beer House. cor. of Thames & Temple sts.
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Old Houses in Chatham St. opposite the Park, 1857.
Engraving shows man holding a sign that says "Beware Muck Auctions."
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Old Style Tiled Roofed House--Depeyster St. and Water St. N.Y.
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circa 1861-1864
Central Park--The Lake From the East Side
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1848
Broadway at Exchange Place
Engraving shows U.S. Bonded Warehouse.
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The Old Columbia House, Cor. Stanton & Columbia St.--1861
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Duplicate of GLC09118.30
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Soldier's Depot, Hospital (4th Floor)
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Panorama of the Embarkation of the Fire Zouaves on Board the Baltic, Apr. 29th, 1861. Taken Foot of Spring and Canal St.
Larger version of GLC09118.16.
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20 May 1865
Berghaus, A., fl. 1865
Murder of President Lincoln and Appearance of Ford's Theatre Afterwards
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13 May 1865
The President's Funeral Car Approaching New York from Jersey City, View of the Funeral Car, and Interior of the President's Funeral Car, with the Coffin and Guard of Honor
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Lincoln's Funeral-Removal of the Body from the City Hall to the Funeral Car, New York, April 25th, 1865 and the Late Richard Cobden
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22 April 1865
Becker, J., fl. 1865
President Lincoln Riding through Richmond Admidst the Enthusiastic Cheers of the Inhabitants
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31 March 1860
Honorable Stephen A. Douglas
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1856
View of Salina Street, Syracuse, N.Y.
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View of the White House and Grounds, the East Room, The Red Room, The Blue Room, and the Green Room
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1867
[Aerial View of New York]
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1890
Storming Fort Wagner
Charge of the 54 Mass Regiment July 18, 1863. Union Loss: Gen. Strong, Col. Shaw, Chatfield, Putnam, Gen. Seymour.
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1892
The Fort Pillow Massacre
April 12th, 1864. Union: Major Booth, Colored T.262 (Major Bradford)
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Palmer, Rheua L., fl. 1861-1864
to Richard H. Jackson
Asks Richard to write again but has nothing interesting to say to him.
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22 February 1861
Maxwell, Alexander S., fl. 1861-1864
No year. He spent a week at New Year's but did not have enough time to see any of the Miss Harrisons. However, he saw Mrs. Haller. Asks Richard if he needs a clerk, for he would be happy to oblige,
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2 May 1861
Chapple, James, fl. 1861-1865
No year. He saw Mary Cranston and Emma last night and had a great time.
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9 September 1863
Merritt, John B., fl. 1861-1864
He writes about a battle in Georgia between Rosecrans and Bragg in which both armies were used up. General Thomas gets the credit on their side
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15 January 1861
Armstrong, J.A., fl. 1861-1864
No year. He says he is tired of working for someone or some people and would like to just work for himself.. Kid recently wrote him saying he is sick of the South.
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