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10 December 1863
to Bro. Sherman
He hasn't been able to write because there have been so many wounded under his care, both Union and Rebel soldiers. He describes particular soldiers he was able to save.
GLC07205.018
16 August 1861
Albert, fl. 1861-1864
to Sister Sophia
He describes his current surroundings, the food and pickett guard. He tells a story about killing a hog.
GLC07205.051
19 April 1863
Tracy, Frank J., fl. 1863
to Ann
He is a bit sick and complains of the food they make him eat. Port Madison has been evacuated. They drill alot, about twice a day.
GLC03047.04
9 January 1863
Wright, Sereno A., fl. 1862-1863
to Mother
He had diarrhea but drank some gum tree bark and is feeling better now. They caught some freshwater lobsters. There is a rumor that Vicksburg was taken by their forces but no one really believes it. He shot his gun on a Sunday and feels guilty about...
GLC02751.18
9 February 1863
to Mother and Elmira
Lately they have been living good. The rations are more than enough. The cook house was recently inspected. The Colonel got sick and was taken to the hospital.
GLC02751.22
23 March 1863
to Mother and Sister Elmira
Several gunboats managed to pass up by the rebel batteries and will eventually cut off their supplies. They haven't been paid yet but he keeps hoping they will soon. Watrons has been promoted to 2nd Lt.
GLC02751.28
9 November 1862
Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863
to Brother Henry
He is back with the regiment and they are camping within sight of the Blue Mountains. There is more than enough food at present. He hasn't yet written to his father because he doesn't have any ink and he knows his father can't see pencil marks.
GLC02172.57
28 August 1864
Porter, Hank, fl. 1860
to Father
He was sorry to hear of the death of Uncle James. They have not heard from Sam or Matt. Theyw ere offered 1 dollar per pound for their wool.
GLC02172.80
18 July 1861
He talks of how they made the journey from Detroit to Washington and were then presented to the President and General Scott. Some men were detailed to go on picket duty. At some point shots were exhanged and 5 or 6 Rebels were killed.
GLC02172.06
31 August 1861
He begs his brother not to enlist. He tells him to please stay at home and make all the money can. He will take his picture soon. They have recenlt got new clothes and blankets.
GLC02172.15
1951
Bowman Gum Company
Fight the Red Menace: The Children's Crusade against Communism trading cards; "34. 'Tiny Tim'"
One trading card from the Red Menace collection, "34. 'Tiny Tim' " depicting a rocket released from a fighter plane. Reverse side contains propaganda narrative describing a "U.S. 11.75-inch rocket," known as Tiny Tim fired from the fighter plane...
GLC09627.34
Fight the Red Menace: The Children's Crusade against Communism trading cards; 36. Commander in Korea
One trading card from the Red Menace collection, "36. Commander in Korea" depicting a portrait of Matthew B. Ridgway. Reverse side contains propaganda narrative describes the accomplishments of Lieutenant General Matthew B. Ridgway as the replacement...
GLC09627.36
Fight the Red Menace: The Children's Crusade against Communism trading cards; 38. "Lightning Joe" Collins
One trading card from the Red Menace collection, "38. 'Lightning Joe' Collins" depicting a portrait of Collins and his four stars symbolizing his rank. Also included is a map of Europe in the background. Reverse side contains propaganda narrative...
GLC09627.38
Fight the Red Menace: The Children's Crusade against Communism trading cards; 39. Soviet Rocket Fighter
One trading card from the Red Menace collection, "39. Soviet Rocket Fighter" depicting one Soviet Union rocket fighter, Me-163 flying and another air plane on fire in the background. Reverse side contains propaganda narrative describing the military...
GLC09627.39.02
Fight the Red Menace: The Children's Crusade against Communism trading cards; 43. Huk Raiders
One trading card from the Red Menace collection, "43. Huk Raiders" depicting soldiers engaging in combat in tall grass. One soldier shoots another soldier from a distance. Aside from him are two soldiers fighting hand-to-hand combat. Reverse side...
GLC09627.43
Fight the Red Menace: The Children's Crusade against Communism trading cards; 27. Red Guerrillas in Greece
One trading card from the Red Menace collection, "27. Red Guerrillas in Greece" depicting Greek guerrilla fighters attacking a train from a hillside. Reverse side contains propaganda narrative detailing the "Greek communist guerillas" attempting to...
GLC09627.27
1914-1918
Federal Reserve Bank of New York. Liberty Loan Committee
World War I posters [Decimalized .01-.06]
Collection of posters printed by the Liberty Loan Committee released during World War I. Consists of six posters related to recruitment and providing aid to Allied soldiers by pushing for citizens to invest in bonds.
GLC09807
1948
National Association for the Advancement of Colored People
The Fortieth Year in the Crusade for Civil Rights, Annual Report for 1948
One pamphlet entitled, "The Fortieth Year in the Crusade for Civil Rights, NAACP Annual Report for 1948." Topics covered are government branches, housing, education, suffrage, transportation, legal criminal cases, issues, political action, public...
GLC09640.124.01
GLC09640.124.02
5 August 1864
Calkins, Clarence, fl. 1863-1865
to Oscar Calkins
One letter addressed to Oscar Calkins from Clarence Calkins dated Danville Prison, Va., August 5, 1864.
GLC03766.09
10 September 1864
Williams, James, fl. 1864
One letter addressed to Oscar Calkins from James Williams dated Petersburg, Va., September 10, 1864.
GLC03766.10
11 September 1864
One letter addressed to Oscar Calkins from Clarence Calkins dated Libby Prison, Richmond, Va., September 11, 1864.
GLC03766.11
21 September 1864
Thompson, H.L., fl. 1864
One letter addressed to Oscar Calkins from H.L. Thompson dated St. John's College Hospital Ward, Annapolis, M.D., September 21, 1864. Related to Clarence Calkins as a prisoner of war.
GLC03766.12
1942-1945
Various
[Collection of letters belonging to military servicemen, 1942-1945] [Decimalized .01-.50]
Collection of letters belonging to military servicemen dated 1942 to 1945. Consists of 50 items primarily sent between the servicemen and their family.
GLC09903
1897
Hammond, B.F., fl. 1897
Afro-American Monument
Oil process chromo-lithographic poster. A picture of an angel putting her hand on the head of a slave, surrounded by nine vignettes depicting scenes from slavery to results of emancipation. Includes pictures of Booker T. Washington and Frederick...
GLC08941
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