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View from an elevation in front of the Capitol, Nashville, Tenn., looking west

E. & H. T. Anthony, publisher. Caption: "View from an elevation in front of the Capitol, Nashville, Tenn., looking west over the Battle field on the first day of the fight, Dec. 15th, 1864." Looking down a hill, over the roofs of some houses and...

GLC05137.045

Louisville daily journal. [Vol. 33, no. 289 (September 6, 1863)]

John Morgan and His Followers, Latest from Charleston, Monitors Engage Fort Moultrie, Another Attack to be made on Fort Wagner, Secretary Chase's Proposition Accepted, General Carr in Command at Corinth.

War events in Tennessee are outlined in a...

GLC05959.14.07

[Forty six pamphlets on Indian affairs. Decimalized]

The first items is a pamphlet printing correspondence between Andrew Jackson and John C. Calhoun during the Seminole Indian War. This is accompanied by eight congressional pamphlets on the Cherokee Indians and an additional thirty seven on various...

GLC03776

Tratado de paz, amistad, limites y arreglo definitivo entre la Republica mexicana y los Estados-Unidos de America [In Spanish]

Title continues "Concluido por los plenipotenciarios en Guadalupe Hidalgo el 2 de febrero, ratificado en Washington el 10 de marzo, y en Querétaro el 30 de mayo de 1848." Bilingual Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo ending the Mexican War. First complete...

GLC04257

to Mrs. Maury

Writes that the Yankees have not yet made an atack against Mobile. Living in fear of an attack. Remarks that others have felt the effects of "Yankee clemency" by which Union troops stripped the home of food and all possessions. In part: "And this...

GLC06452.04

to Lewis Doughty

Receipt from the Confederate States Navy Department for $518.18 for repairs and equipment for Confederate gunboats. Payment made to Lewis Doughty, who signed this document twice, of the Marine Railway Co. Marks down work on 9 ships and the supplies...

GLC03914

to Henry Knox

Cobb tells Secretary of War Knox that he has brought up the idea of a canal between the Charles River and the Connecticut River to several people since Knox left Boston, and the idea is growing. There needs to be a more concrete plan in order to...

GLC02437.04800

Death of Captain Lawrence

One engraving entitled, "Death of Captain Lawrence" dated 1856. Depicts battle between United States and British forces onboard the United States frigate, Chesapeak during the War of 1812. A mortally wounded Captain James Lawrence is carried by three...

GLC08878.0044

Proclamation [in Spanish]

Arguing that the army entered Mexico not to wage war on peaceable citizens, but to seek an honorable peace. Taylor therefore expects the citizens to make reparations for encouraging guerillas to loot and sabotage the army's property. Printed by...

GLC04943

to Esther Ann Kinney

re: Dodge writes to Ann predicting what is going on at home. He writes, "you are setting by the table a sewing Grandmaron is bizy…mom making shugar and uncle James is sleep." He also wishes that he would have had another shirt made before leaving for...

GLC02162.02

to Caleb Brown and Emily Brown

Tells them never to let Jed enlist, even if a high sum of money is offered. "Helth is worth more than money." Describes the effects of the war on him physically: "only 22 years from my looks you would say I was 40." Written from the 5th Maine...

GLC03523.15.04

to Edward Burleson re: Vasquez expedition's approach

Written as Secretary of War and Navy of the Texas Republic one day after Vasquez occupied San Antonio. Burleson was Vice President of Texas. Vasquez led an unauthorized force in seizing San Antonio and proclaiming Mexican law. The Republic of...

GLC02572

General view of refugee homes, barracks, and tents [Camp Nelson]. [1864 ca.]

View of buildings in the distance with wooded hill in the foreground. Larger buildings to the left side of the image. Most of the structures have a uniform appearance. Tents can be seen throughout the camp. Camp Nelson was a recruiting and training...

GLC05111.01.0214

to Lucy Knox

Indicates that military activities in New York are disrupting the mail. Thanks her for the kindness of her last letter. Reports little activities since the retreat in the Battle of Long Island. Criticizes the promotions that have been made because...

GLC02437.00442

to George Washington

Recently arrived in Peekskill. Expresses disappointment that Washington had moved by the time he arrived. Asks Washington to write to the Board of War if he plans to alter the time of arrival of stores sent to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In a post...

GLC02437.01006

Now... All Together

One poster entitled, "Now... All Together" printed by the United States Government Printing Office, dated 1945. Poster is a painting of a photo taken by Associated Press. The image is of five United States Marines planting the United States flag at...

GLC09654.53

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe's roommates are on a date so he is free to write to Sylvia. He said they have not yet given out ratings in their platoon, but when they do he hopes he will be made a T-4. He believes more soldiers should be educated as to what this war is about.

GLC09414.0714

to Sylvia Weiner

Marty came back from town with a bottle of wine and eggs. Moe and the boys contributed other food and had a little celebration. He tells Sylvia not to mope around now that he is overseas. He also says that he hopes that Alvin waits until after the...

GLC09414.1157

Dear Cousin

Condolence letter for the death of Charles Woolston, a soldier in the 3rd regiment, Pennsylvania Cavalry who died of bronchitis and typhoid fever on 11 June 1865. Possibly written to Maria Woolston, Charles' mother. Expresses her sorrow at his...

GLC03523.26.21

to Aaron Jeffery

Has decided to leave Greensborough and go to Wilmington to "attend the sick" in that city, acknowledging that he is leaving his post without permission but rationalizes his behavior with the contention that his request must have "miscarried" in the...

GLC01896.049

to William F. Colcock

Telegraph stating he received yesterday's dispatch and to telegraph him in the morning. See GLC 8165.77-.81. Emmeline Colcock, Hutson's fiancee and William F. Colcock's daughter, died of typhoid fever 8 September 1861. Hutson was a Corporal in the...

GLC08165.79

to William F. Colcock

Telegraph stating he just received Colcock's dispatch and that he leaves at three. See GLC 8165.76-.81. Emmeline Colcock, Hutson's fiancee and William F. Colcock's daughter, died of typhoid fever 8 September 1861. Hutson was a Corporal in the 1st...

GLC08165.80

Semi-weekly standard.

This selection focuses on congressional reports and state records and minutes, with repetitive lists of state governors, and political parties. Articles, editorials, and letters focus on the impending issue of secession and legislative action....

GLC05959.23

[Collection belonging to John M. Everhart, 1942-1946][Decimalized .01-.83]

Collection of letters belonging to John M. Everhart dated 1942-1946. Consists of 99 letters, newspaper clippings and documents pertaining to Everhart's service during World War II. Letters are written primarily to his family: John H. Everhart (father...

GLC10048

[History and provenance of the Jeffery family seal]

A note that once accompanied the Jeffery family seal containing the history and provenance of the seal. Includes short anectdote about a Mr. Jeffery who was captured in the War of 1812 while wearing the family seal. The British officer in command...

GLC01896.155

to Catherine Greene

An apologetic yet firm letter to his wife, explaining the need for them to be separated during the war: "You must be assured that there must be something very uncommon to prevent my coming home." Greene then goes on to reassure his wife of the...

GLC07884.02

to Joseph Carleton

Informs Carleton, acting Secretary at War, of the details of Major Job Sumner's difficulty in obtaining pay for his military service. Also discusses a letter from Frederick Haldimand, Governor of the Province of Quebec, recently transmitted to...

GLC02437.03040

to Henry Knox

Discusses his invitation to join the Society of the Cincinnati that he received after the late War. Says in 1784 he was one of the French officers admitted into the Society, but at the time he could not procure himself the commission for his...

GLC02437.04590

to John L. Borland

Leonard writes his brother John. The letter is "delivered to you by Mr. Henry Jackson Knox, midshipman on board the United States Frigate Constitution." Leonard explains that "Mr. Knox is son to General Knox, who was one of our first military...

GLC02437.07211

to Henry Knox

Offers his congratulations on ending the war, while expressing his regret on not being able to congratulate him personally. "I pray the Supreme Rewarder of the good & the truly brave may bless you with the copious fruits of that peace you have by so...

GLC02437.02157

to Henry Knox

Byers, who had a contract with Congress to cast brass ordnance during the Revolutionary War, complains of difficulty receiving pay for his services. Asks Knox to intervene on his behalf, requesting a certificate from Knox attesting to his service....

GLC02437.03044

to George Turner

Marked as a copy. Author not indicated, but possibly by Knox. Responds to Turner's query regarding the Marquis de Rouvray. Informs Turner that French officers applying for diplomas based on their Revolutionary War service must obtain authenticated...

GLC02437.03856

to Asa W. Slayton

Emma thanks Asa for sending her a birthday package. She reports that the other brothers have also sent packages. Emma reminisces about times when the family was together and expresses grievance over recent death of their father. She offers to...

GLC03955.13

The Daily Citizen. [June 27, 1863]

This document is a copy of The Daily Citizen issued during the siege of Vicksburg, in Vicksburg. Reports on a new phase of the war with a rebel offensive movement. The document is indecipherable in places due to blurry typeset. Printed on splotchy...

GLC02820

[Printed correspondence between John A. Quitman and Mississippi's delegates to Congress]

Mississippi officers request a copy of the communication between Quitman and their state delegates consigning them to serve in the war. The officers are concerned that the patriotism and excitement of Mississippians will be overlooked when compared...

GLC06366.07

to Henry Knox

Written from "Poplar Grove, Delaware." Is happy to hear that Knox will continue on as Secretary of War. Declares that he has written to the President and recommended Colonel John Parks for the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. Would like Knox to speak...

GLC02437.04345

to Miller A. Wright

Wilson had gone to find Green Adams again, but he had left the area. Wilson had wanted something delivered to Rome, GA, but was having difficulty because Rome "was not within the lines." Wilson asks about Augustus. Evidently, he had gotten into...

GLC02691.11.086

[Certificate of John Tharp's enlistment]

Nichols, Captain of Artillery Artificers, certifies that John Tharp, an artificer in his company, enlisted 27 November 1776, and "has never receved [sic] any gratuities from any state, nor bounties, excepting the Continental Bounty of Twenty Dollars...

GLC02437.00790

[Contract with Tredegar Iron Works]

Semmes's autograph retained copy, marked as a copy. Contract with Joseph R. Anderson, owner of Tredegar Iron Works, in preparation for war. Semmes was acting as agent for the State of Georgia. Orders six 18 pounder cannons, 1500 rounds of solid...

GLC00503

to: Drazilla Churchill.

Churchill would like his mother to send a box from home as his appetite is very good. Mrs. Robins laments the suffering of the soldiers, and urges the end of the war. She wishes no mercy for the South for their part in this "terrible tragedy."

GLC03859.27

to Ruth Patton

Writes to his mother regarding his political aspirations and having met several congressmen who were less than gentlemanly. Mentions hearing that one congressman was at Patton's parent's wedding. Adds that he has gone horse-back riding and is...

GLC06345

to Mary Cushman

Writing from his office in the General Headquarters, United Nations Command, MacArthur, as commander-in-chief of the United Nations Command, offers condolence on the death of Mary Cushman's son in the Korean War. He praises devotion to duty and...

GLC05508.173

[Rejection of a Canby's resignation]

Canby, as Major General in command of the infantry in New Orleans, has his resignation rejected and returned to him in "the interest of the service." Made by order of the Secretary of War and signed by C.W. Foster, the Assistant Adjutant General of...

GLC01596.07

to Libbie Elmore

Willard does not have much to do in the ambulance corps yet. Bruce is currently Sergeant of the guard. He writes that the prospect of war seems rather dull and they expect it to be over by July. He warns her against Kniffin again and advises her to...

GLC06588.293

to Mrs. John D. Townsend

Febiger, who served as major and paymaster in the United States Army during the Civil War, informs Mrs. Townsend: "I regret exceedingly that it will not be in my power to accept your kind invitation for the evening of the 22d instant. With my best...

GLC00468.05

Southern confederacy. [Vol. 2, no. 212 (October 23, 1862)]

Prints a letter from Major-General D.C. Buell to Major-General Halleck under the title, "Buell's Report of the Battle of Perryville". Includes correspondence from soldiers on "What Georgia Has Done For Her Sick, Wounded and Destitute Soldiers." Also...

GLC05959.09.092

to Matthew Griswold

Written as Secretary of War to Connecticut governor Griswold about postponing the recruitment of troops until March. He would like those already enlisted to be forwarded to West Point.

GLC03697