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to William Knox

A former customer of Henry Knox reestablishes a relationship in order to have some bookbinding completed that was ordered before the start of the war. Greene was a bookseller and apothecary in Bedford, Massachusetts.

GLC02437.00428

to Sister

Mentions that Henry arrived with some boxes. Talks of not coming home after the war but of reenlisting and going to Kentucky. Notes that he has enclosed a ring he made himself.

GLC02618.014

to Edwin Stanton

Recommending Alfred Terry to fill a brigadier general vacancy caused by the promotion of George Thomas and Philip Sheridan to major general in the Regular Army. To Sec. of War Edwin Stanton.

GLC09379.02

[Photograph of Edward Vernon Rickenbacker]

A photograph of a young Edward Vernon Rickenbacker. He is photographed in his World War I uniform with the Distinguished Service Cross, the Legion d'honneur, the Croix de guerre and the Victory medal.

GLC05508.010.02.01

to William Lewis

Declines involvement in Grant - Johnson controversy over removal of War Secretary Stanton: "The matter was discussed to death at the time (1868) and I know of no good reason for reviving it."

GLC08323

to her granddaughter

News of letters received and written, family sicknesses, particularly of her cousin, Richard W. Jeffery, and herself. News of family fortunes in the post-war period, including the rental of a farm.

GLC01896.086

Answer to the Indians

The document warns the Indians not to trade with the French, who lie and cheat in order to weaken the Indians and make them more vulnerable in the time of war.

GLC03107.02112

to Henry Knox

Mentions Knox's resignation as Secretary of War. Encloses recommendation letters and asks Knox to help him get a position in the military by forwarding the letters on to his successor [Timothy Pickering].

GLC02437.06350

to Henry Toole Clark

Letter written as Confederate Secretary of War to North Carolina Governor Clark about establishing a prisoner of war camp at Salisbury, North Carolina. Benjamin writes, "I have the honor to acknowledge receipt of your favor of the 25th inst, which...

GLC01708

[Collection of Nathaniel R. Davison, I company, 11th regiment, Mississippi, infantry] [Decimalized .01- .04]

Collection of four war date letters from a soldier in the 11th Mississippi Volunteers to his sister. Davison comments on Fort Donelson in a letter written from Camp Fisher. Also mentions a defeat at Annandale. The two final letters of 15 January...

GLC03135.07

to Henry Knox

Requests that Knox, newly appointed Secretary at War, recommend him to Congress to command troops sent to garrison the western frontier. Writes, "I consider that Post an important One to secure the Amity of the Savages, and to prevent those undue...

GLC02437.03127

to Heber Painter

Explains why he was unable to respond sooner to Painter's letter. He is overjoyed that the war has finally ended. Briefly discusses his feelings on Sherman allowing Johnson's army to return to their homes with their arms. Wishes good health to...

GLC02016.098

To Frances Davenport

One letter from Chas. D. Shrieves to Frances Davenport dated April 25, 1865. Suggesting that they wait until communication is restored between Richmond and Washington. Says that if she does and then visits Washington he is sure that she would be...

GLC03523.09.43

to William Chapman

News of friends and family; hopes for November election; and article written for the Times concerning actions of Ulysses S. Grant and Philip Sheridan during the war: "[W]hen Grant telegraphed Sheridan about capturing and corralling my men's wives it...

GLC03921.03

Examination of Doctor Benjamin Franklin, before an August Assembly, relating to the Repeal of the Stamp-Act, &c.

Records Franklin's testimony before the House of Commons concerning American grievances about the Stamp Act, internal levies, the debts from the French and Indian War, costs and origins of that war, American manufactures, and American sentiments...

GLC01719

to Henry Knox

Requests that Knox attend a meeting at Head Quarters with General Washington and that Washington would like Knox's advice as to "at what time & in what manner it is best to announce this Intelligence to the Army - and what measures are necessary to...

GLC02437.02094

[Check to Salmon P. Chase for $1000 for Howard University]

On verso, endorsed by Salmon P. Chase with a note to pay O. O. Howard on order. Also endorsed by Oliver O. Howard, H. Huntington and A. Van Allen (both bank cashiers), and several others. Contains several bank stamps. Tipped in measurement is 9.3...

GLC00723.01

to Estelle Spero

Diamond informs Estelle that she has "kept a warmth and happiness glowing within [him] to which [he] shall be eternally grateful." He writes that "war news over in the European theater sounds encouraging - Very encouraging -" He states that he...

GLC09120.491

to Bell Wharton

Joseph writes to Bell from Memphis. Comments on the delightful weather. States his belief most of the hard fighting is over and expects peace soon. Reminisces about wagon rides they use to take together before the war. Reflects on the possibility of...

GLC03523.10.177

to Henry Knox

Hodgdon informs Secretary of War Knox that he wrote Knox yesterday (GLC02437.04760). Since that time, however, Hodgdon has learned that "Mr. Mead has taken Mr. Hunters rooms for his friend in New York." Instead, Hodgdon will now "engage Mrs. Buddens...

GLC02437.04761

to Henry Knox

Writes that he was informed by his friend Mr. [Elbridge] Gerry that Knox was nominated to lead the War Department and that there might be a vacancy in his department for which Pike could apply. Asks that if Knox's department is already full, Knox...

GLC02437.04334

Phelp's Ornamental Map of the United States and Mexico

One hand-colored map dated approximatley 1846 printed by Humphrey Phelps. Contains the territory boundary lines for states in the Midwest, Southwest and expanding West. Also includes portraits of George Washington, Hernan Cortes, Montezuma. Phelps...

GLC09863

to his family

Criticizes McClellan and gives his opinion on the Union military strategy employed in the war. Writes of having a new horse which came to him with musket ball wounds. Mentions that it is his birthday and he had not realized it until dating the letter...

GLC03603.092

to Angeline Henry

Henry writes to his sister from the U.S. General Hospital in Brattleboro. Complains the War Department has issued an order canceling all furloughs and he will not be coming home. Reports that his regiment has gone back to the front and is eight miles...

GLC03523.07.20