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to [Clement] Biddle

Replies to a letter from Biddle. Writes, "the news of your misfortunes deeply afflicted me..." Does not know precisely what business he will oversee as Secretary at War, but promises that if an opportunity arises, he will appoint Biddle to work in...

GLC02437.03131

to James Madison

The letter discusses the pardon of the convicted prisoners in Caton v. Commonwealth treason case, war news from Europe, and Rhode Island's refusal to agree that privateer prizes and war booty should be held for the benefit of the United Colonies.

GLC00099.104

to F.B. Sanborn

W.P. Garrison has defamed Brown family in "The Prelude of Harper's Ferry 11: John Brown, Guerrilla" by contradicting their claims: "Father early cherished a purpose to make war upon slavery by Force and arms...war as understood by us meant war."

GLC08295

Maj-Gen. A. E. Burnside and members of his staff at his Headquarters, near Richmond, Va.

Stereocard from the War Views series, a photographic history of the War for the Union. Portrait of Major General Ambrose Everett Burnside and two members of his staff. No. 2434. Published by E & H.T. Anthony, & Co. American and Foreign Stereoscopic...

GLC00561.06

[Commission of James S. Brisbin]

One commission dated January 20, 1864 belonging to James S. Brisbin. Item commemorates him for his service as colonel to the 6th Regiment of Colored Troops. Signed by Edwin M. Stanton, Secretary of War and C.W. Foster, Assistant Adjutant General...

GLC09831.04

to Henry Knox.

Informs Knox that the Board of War has created a new position, the Deputy Field Commissary of Military Stores for the Southern Army. The Board wishes him to let a Mr. Thomas Jones know that they have appointed him to the position and to have Knox...

GLC02437.00872

Portraits of North American Indians

Photographs of Native Americans: Indian delegation photographs of War chiefs, war dance groups, married couples, children, etc. Images from 1858-1884.

GLC04490

From General Headquarters: Secretary of the Treasury has requested Congress to enact law proving for organisation of 500,000,000...

McCain requests Charles Dawes appointment for directorship of the War Finance Corporation.

GLC02679.62

Charleston South Carolina [stereocard]

Inscription on verso: "War Views, Charleston, S.C. and Forts in Vicinity." Numeric notation on verso: "10."

GLC05111.01.0837

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe thinks back to how the war began. When reports of Italian and German intervention first came out, everyone cried "Propaganda." He laments the fact that if only proper steps could have been taken at the proper time, the war could have been...

GLC09414.1144

Tri-weekly mercury. [Vol. 83, no. 11, 797 (July 3, 1863)]

The War in the West, Report of the Capture of the Atlanta, From Lee's Army.

GLC05959.42.15

to Joseph K. Dixon re: 15 letters (some translations or carbon copies), including Douglas Haig & Marshal Petain[Decimalized .01- .23]

Praising the contributions on Native Americans in World War I. With other writers besides Pershing.

GLC03911.07

The New York City Skyline Brings a Thrill to the Heart of Every Returning Doughboy- U.S.S Louisiana Arriving in the Harbor

In this photograph a boat with soldiers discharged from war aproaches the New York City skyline.

GLC09584.281

to Colonel Hild

Sheridan sends Colonel Hild the sword he wore in every battle he fought in during the Civil War.

GLC03664.02

Bodies of dead Federal soldiers on battlefield of the first day. [stereocard]

Several bodies laying on a battlefield. Inscription on verso: "The War for the Union." Numeric notation on verso: "391."

GLC05111.01.0816

Speech of Major-General Butler

An after dinner speech made in New York after Butler's return from New Orleans during the Civil War.

GLC00267.235

to Henry Knox

Responds to Knox's request for armaments with assurances that the Board of War & Ordnance is working expeditiously to fulfill his request. Explains recent activities of Samuel Hodgdon, the commissary general of military stores appointed by the Board...

GLC02437.01209

[General orders no. 29 announcing the death of First Lieutenant Fredrik Rosencrantz]

Praises Rosencrantz, who served as an aide-de-camp to one of the commanders of the Army of the Potomac during the Civil War. Notes that Rosencrantz's brevets obtained during the Civil War were not confirmed by Senate due to an act of Congress....

GLC02382.216

to Family

One letter addressed to the Everhart family from John M. Everhart dated March 20, 1943. Pertains to daily life while stationed in a camp in Pennsylvania. Mentions that 38-year-old men who will be discharged will likely be assigned to jobs within "war...

GLC10048.09

[Medal Mount with Ribbons]

A medal mount for four military ribbons. It has two ribbons. On the left, is the World War II Victory ribbon with a red center, and then a purple, blue, green, yellow, orange pattern on the either edge. The ribbon on the right hand side is the World...

GLC09620.381

to Joseph Peirce

Discusses consolidating business securities, which do not appear to be doing well. Rejoices in the "glorious" conclusion of the war.

GLC02437.02061

Two Gunboats [stereocard]

Inscription on verso: "War Views. Gunboats Undela and Maume, James River, Va. No. 2689." Numeric notation on verso: "258."

GLC05111.01.0827

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia's father left for Florida again, and she discusses the end of the war.

GLC09414.0585

to Dever Spencer Byard

One undated letter from Omar Nelson Bradley to Dever Spencer Byard. The circa date of 1946 is due to the mention of a recent discharge at the end of World War II.

GLC09930.55