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Transfer Orders For Francis Gregory, Signed By M.C. Perry And Franklin Buchanan. Mexico, 1847., Matthew Calbraith Perry, Francis Gregory, Lewis W. Minor Surgeon

Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection

During the 2nd Tabasco Campaign a midshipman (Francis Gregory) transfers ships due to health. A copy of the surgeon's recommendation is included with subsequent orders to a schooner (U.S. Petrel); signed by M.C. Perry and endorsed on the back by Franklin Buchanan.

Warrant For $496.89 Due John A. Watie, Signed By Cherokee Leader Stand Watie. January 26, 1847., Stand Watie

Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection

Stand Watie signs a warrant for $496.89 owed his brother John A. Watie, January 26, 1847.

Peace With Mexico, Albert Gallatin

Electronic Texts in American Studies

I.-- THE LAW OF NATIONS.

Il. -- INDEMNITIES TO CITIZENS OF THE UNITED STATES.

III. -- ANNEXATION OF TEXAS.

IV. -- NEGOTIATIONS AND WAR.

V. -- THE CLAIM OF TEXAS TO THE RIO DEL NORTE, AS ITS BOUNDARY, EXAMINED

VI. -- RECAPITULATION.

VII. -- THE MISSION OF THE UNITED STATES.

VIII. -- TERMS OF PEACE

At present the only object is Peace, immediate peace, a just peace, and no acquisition of territory, but that which may be absolutely necessary for effecting the great object in view. The most simple terms, those which will only provide for the adjustment of the …

Archivo Historico De La Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores L_E_1085, Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores

La Guerra de Texas y La Guerra Mexico - Estados Unidos

Reports, incidents and different accounts to the government of the United States of America. Decree against public order disturbances so that they can organize the defense of the territory. p. 2- 7.

The Governor of Tamaulipas announced that a section of enemy troops left San Fernando to go to Victoria. p. 8-41.

The Governor of Tamaulipas announced that the enemy has left San Fernando bound for China, Nuevo Leon. p. 42-47.

Captain Francisco Muñoz, commander of Soto la Marina is ordered to march to Ciudad Victoria. p. 48-504.

The Charge d'affaires in Spain announced that they would like to work …

Archivo Historico De La Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores L_E_1091, Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores

La Guerra de Texas y La Guerra Mexico - Estados Unidos

U.S. invasion. Orders from the government of Tamaulipas to make the National Guard available under General Urrea, to beat the American invaders. p. 2-4.

The government of Spain states that it does not support the claims of the United States in its current invasion of Mexican territory, but will keep strict neutrality. p. 5-6.

Eleno Vargas, Governor of Tamaulipas, said he has ordered that the coastal authorities receive the Spaniard, J. Larin, from Havana who brings guerrillas to harass the Americans. p. 7-32.

The Interim President orders Captain James Barroso to immediately march towards Peñón Viejo and be under the …

Archivo Historico De La Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores L_E_1086, Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores

La Guerra de Texas y La Guerra Mexico - Estados Unidos

Reports, incidents and different accounts to the government of the United States of America. The Governor of San Luis Potosi, reports aid that has been ministered to government troops. p. 1-5

Communication to the governors of the states, received by letter in Tampico, concerning knowledge that the United States is preparing to continue the war against Mexico. p. 6-16.

The Governor of Tamaulipas proposes means to defend the territory which was left helpless by the evacuation of Matamoros. p. 17-23.

Information on the ship "Cyane", which was rejected from Guaymas, Sonora by the troops and townspeople of the village. p. …

Archivo Historico De La Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores L_E_1089, Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores

La Guerra de Texas y La Guerra Mexico - Estados Unidos

Recognition of the independence of Texas. Reports, incidents and accounts on the government of the United States of America. Don Juan de la Granja suggests policies and measures that would defeat the American invaders. p. 1-2

Map of the State of Sonora around the time of the U.S. invasion. p. 3-82

Orders to the government of the State of Mexico for its defense, a request for 3,000 men in Texcoco. p. 83-84.

C. Olaguibel, Governor of the State of Mexico, nullifies the commission that was given to Colonel José de la Piedra to recruit people, because the provisions of this …

Archivo Historico De La Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores L_E_1088, Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores

La Guerra de Texas y La Guerra Mexico - Estados Unidos

Reports, incidents and various accounts to the government of the United States of America. U.S. invasion. The Minister of War orders 200 infants and 100 horses for General Anastasio Bustamante, to beat the Americans. p. 2-4.

Lucas Balderas, M.F. de Orihuela, Mariano Beraza, and other military leaders of the National Guard, claim that due to a lack of evidence they will not take men out of the division to march against the American invaders. p. 5-17.

J. Rafael Isunsa, Governor of Puebla, announced that the invaders have taken over Atlixco. p. 18-21.

Correspondence exchanged with the government of the State …

Our Army At Monterey, Thomas Bangs Thorpe

Rare Books and Manuscripts

Our Army at Monterey is an account of the proceedings and events which occurred to the "Army of Occupation" under the command of Major General Taylor, from the time of leaving Matamoros to the surrender of Monterey. It includes a description of the three days' battle and the storming of Monterey, and the ceremonies attending the surrender together with the particulars of the capitulation. It is an illustrated account that contains a view of the city.

Archivo Historico De La Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores L_E_1087, Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores

La Guerra de Texas y La Guerra Mexico - Estados Unidos

Recognition of the independence of Texas. Reports, incidents and various accounts to the government of the United States of America. Yucatan Governor Miguel Barbachano, announces that the Americans have taken over the Isla del Carmen, which has lost support from the State. p. 1-7

Texas Independence. General correspondence during the years 1846-1847. p. 8-11.

Decree from the Supreme Commander of the Army: Joseph M. Salas, on trade with the United States and on places occupied by the enemy. p. 12-13.

Newsletter containing various answers from the legislative bodies of the government of the State of Mexico on questions relating to …

Archivo Historico De La Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores L_E_1090, Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores

La Guerra de Texas y La Guerra Mexico - Estados Unidos

Recognition of the independence of Texas. Reports, incidents and several accounts on the government of the United States of America. U.S. invasion. The mayor of Tlaxcala reports that the invaders march on the city of Puebla. p. 2-6.

The Governor of Durango reports that the American invaders march to Mapimí a Saltillo. p. 7-9.

The Governor of Tabasco requests authorization to allocate resources in an effort to sustain the forces fighting against the American invaders. p. 10-13.

The Governor of San Luis Potosi provides the necessary assistance for the completion of the fortifications. p. 14-21.

Order to the Commanding General …

Archivo Historico De La Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores L_E_1083, Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores

La Guerra de Texas y La Guerra Mexico - Estados Unidos

The recognition of the independence of Texas; listed are reports, incidents and several accounts from the government of the United States of America on the subject. American invaders in Coahuila. The government lists everything the State has suffered from war and calls for reorganizing the administration force. p. 2-10

Manuel de la Peña recounts publishing documents that seek to prove that the government of President José Joaquín de Herrera thought to alienate part of the Mexican territory. p. 11-16.

The Governor of Tamaulipas announces the arrival of 30 men to Santa Isabel and 5 ships that anchored off of Santiago. …

Archivo Historico De La Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores L_E_1072, Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores

La Guerra de Texas y La Guerra Mexico - Estados Unidos

The Embassy of Mexico in United States of America and the Consulate in New Orleans, refer to the Foreign Ministry reports and press clippings about: plans in the United States to annex Texas; the position of Mexico, Spain, France and England on the situation; emigration of Americans to Texas, California and Oregon; the presentation of credentials of John Slidell as Envoy and Minister Plenipotentiary of the United States to Mexico; the taking of an Argentina squad by an Anglo American squad. p. 1-163.

Archivo Historico De La Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores L_E_1084, Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores

La Guerra de Texas y La Guerra Mexico - Estados Unidos

The recognition of the independence of Texas. Reports, incidents and different accounts from the government of the United States of America on the subject. The Governor of Tamaulipas prohibits any communication between Matamoros and the rest of the state that is occupied by the enemy. p. 1-5.

By proclamation from the Governor of Tamaulipas he declares that Linares has been occupied by the enemy. p. 6-11.

The blockade of Veracruz by the American warship "Mississippi". p. 12-14.

Combat in Tampico on 8 and 9 May. Defeat of the Mexican forces. p. 15-22.

The Tamaulipas Governor issues passports to San Luis …

John C. Calhoun Letter To William H. Rogers, John C. Calhoun

Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection

Calhoun was the Secretary of State at the time of this letter. He commands the suspension of the trial of Capt. Hiram Gray, who was accused of violating the slave trade suppression law.

Archivo Historico De La Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores L_E_1071, Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores

La Guerra de Texas y La Guerra Mexico - Estados Unidos

The Embassy of Mexico in United States of America and the Consulate in the Hanseatic cities and New Orleans sent to Ministry of Foreign Affairs reports on: Mexico's position before the Texas Aggregation Plan; correspondence from Shannon Wilson, Envoy and Minister Plenipotentiary of the United States to Mexico with Manuel Crecencio Rejon, Foreign Secretary of Texas; freedom for Texas prisoners in Perote, Veracruz; presidential elections in Texas; Letters from Henry Clay and General Andrew Jackson on Texas. p. 1-269

Archivo Historico De La Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores L_E_1073, Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores

La Guerra de Texas y La Guerra Mexico - Estados Unidos

The Embassies of Mexico in the United States of America, France, Spain and the Hanseatic cities and consulates in New Orleans, sent to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reports on: approval of the Chamber of Deputies on the proposals of the United States Senate for the annexation of Texas; protests from Mexico on the proposals; U.S. negotiations in England to acquire Iowa, Florida and Oregon; preconditions on a peace treaty between Mexico and Texas. p. 1-248.

Archivo Historico De La Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores L_E_1074, Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores

La Guerra de Texas y La Guerra Mexico - Estados Unidos

The Embassy of Mexico in France and the Consulates of Mexico in New Orleans and the Hanseatic cities sent to the Foreign Ministry reports and press clippings on: the annexation of Texas to the United States; correspondence between Manuel de la Peña y Peña, Foreign Secretary and John Slidell, U.S. Special Envoy on Texas; Military Commission of General Mariano Paredes Arillaga in Texas. p. 136-312

John B. Magruder Letter To John Earle & Co., John Bankhead Magruder

Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection

Magruder, travelling under orders fromt he U.S. Army, in 1844, requests Earle "send up my clothes if possible tonight" as he must leave the following morning for Providence.

Archivo Historico De La Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores L_E_1065, Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores

La Guerra de Texas y La Guerra Mexico - Estados Unidos

The Mexican Embassy in Washington and Consulates of Mexico in New Orleans and Havre de Grace, sent to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reports concerning: the recognition of the independence of Texas by France, Holland, Belgium and England and proposed annexation; Mexican protest to the recognition; a draft treaty on the borders of Mexico-Texas; meeting with Mexican troops in Bexar, Texas; the meeting of the Mexican warship "Iturbide" and the American ship "Columbia" off of Mexican coasts. p. 1-77.

Embassies and consulates of Mexico in the United States of America, France and New Orleans and Havre de Grace, sent reports …

Archivo Historico De La Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores L_E_1069, Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores

La Guerra de Texas y La Guerra Mexico - Estados Unidos

The Mexican Embassy in England sent to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reports and press clippings on the conference with Lord Albeerden about the annexation of Texas and the Californias to the United States. Clippings in French. p. 1-114.

The Consulate of Mexico in New Orleans sent to the Foreign Ministry reports and press clippings about the arrival of American artillery to further fortify the port of Galveston, Texas. p. 115-123.

The Consulate General of Mexico in the Hanseatic cities sent to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reports and press clippings about the affairs of Texas and the translation of …

Archivo Historico De La Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores L_E_1082, Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores

La Guerra de Texas y La Guerra Mexico - Estados Unidos

The Embassy and Consulate of Mexico in the United States send reports and press clippings about: the Draft Treaty of annexation between Texas and the United States; France and Britain's position on the situation; Posts by John Taylor, President of the United States on adding Texas to the union and the issues presented for and against by the various political parties of the United States on the matter. (attached clippings). p. 1-235.

Notices to several States to be alert and repel any aggression from the United States of America. p. 236-244.

American hunters trading and dealing with Apache Indians invade …

Archivo Historico De La Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores L_E_1070, Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores

La Guerra de Texas y La Guerra Mexico - Estados Unidos

The Embassy of Mexico in the United States sent to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reports and press clippings on: mediation from England on the Mexico-Texas conflict; U.S. intervention; proposed annexation of Texas to the U.S.; protests from the government of Mexico; emigration to Texas; Battle at Villa Mier between Mexican troops and Texan forces; Armistice Treaty in Texas by the President of the State: Samuel Houston; Texas Treaty with barbarian tribes. p. 1-358.

Letter To Andrew H. Foote Aboard The Uss Cumberland, From Chaplain Charles Samuel Stewart, Writing From New York, Dated November 23, 1843., Charles Samuel Stewart

Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection

Andrew Hull Foote is known for his naval service and contribution to reforms in the US Navy. At the time of this letter, it appears that Foote was on a Mediterranean cruise aboard the USS Cumberland. Chaplain Charles S. Stewart writes to Foote from New York to encourage his prospect and promise for moral and spiritual good upon the USS Cumberland.

Archivo Historico De La Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores L_E_1093, Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores

La Guerra de Texas y La Guerra Mexico - Estados Unidos

Correspondence between the governments of the States of the Republic and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on the U.S. invasion. A commission was appointed to establish borders between Mexico and the United States under the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo. The government of Puebla addressed the general government insisting it resolve the issue of peace with the United States. p. 2-5.

The government of Tamaulipas sends out a request to find out if there is a Quartermaster exercising the same functions that the American forces used when their forces were in the state. p. 6-9. The Governor of Jalisco, Mr. Angulo …

Archivo Historico De La Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores L_E_1066, Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores

La Guerra de Texas y La Guerra Mexico - Estados Unidos

The Consulate of Mexico in New Orleans and various Hanseatic cities send reports over: The apprehension of an armed Texan expedition in Santa Fe, New Mexico by Mexican troops; a plan to reconquer Texas by Mexico; a Texas commission in Mexico tasked to obtain recognition of independence; issues related to the Texas-Mexico border; smuggling gunpowder to Santa Anna from Tamaulipas; an embargo of ships in New York; the blocking of the New Orleans’ port to Mexican trade; proposed annexation of Texas to the United States. p. 1-270.

Robert E. Lee Letter To Captain J.K.H. Mansfield Of Fort Pulaski Regarding A Matter Published In A Circular To The Army Corps Of Engineers. Fort Hamilton, N.Y., February 25, 1842., Robert Edward Lee

Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection

Robert E. Lee writes from Fort Hamilton to Captain J.K.H. Mansfield of the Corps of Engineers at Fort Pulaski to discuss the object of a publication presented to the Circular in the Corps December 27, 1841. He states he had could claim no merit in its origin and was to promote its success, dated February 25, 1842, Fort Hamilton, N.Y.

Archivo Historico De La Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores L_E_1067, Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores

La Guerra de Texas y La Guerra Mexico - Estados Unidos

The Consulate of Mexico in New Orleans sent reports to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs regarding: Texan prisoners in Santa Fe, New Mexico, and their release from prison in Puebla and Jalapa; correspondence between Waddy Thompson, agent of the United States in Mexico and José María Bocanegra the Foreign Minister; a Treaty of Friendship, Commerce and Navigation between Texas and England; Treaty of Peace and Alliance between Texas and the Comanche Indians; support from Texas for the rebellion in Yucatan. p. 1-263.

Archivo Historico De La Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores L_E_1068, Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores

La Guerra de Texas y La Guerra Mexico - Estados Unidos

The Mexican Embassy in United States of America and the Vatican and the Mexican Consulate in New Orleans sent to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reports on: mediation from France, England and the United States over the conflict; the Texas-United States border; correspondence between Waddy Thompson and José María Bocanegra; proposed U.S. invasion of Mexico; Texans and Americans warships along the Mexican coast; the Battle of Lipantitlan between Texan and Mexican forces; a Texas Treaty with England. p. 1-320.

Letter Of Recommendation To James Kirke Paulding Regarding James Shepard Thornton, Signed By Members Of The U.S. Congressional Delegation From New Hampshire. 1840., Henry Hubbard Senator, Franklin W. Pierce Senator, Charles Gordon Atherton Congressman, Jared W. Williams Congressman

Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection

Letter of recommendation to the Secretary of the Navy, James Krike Paulding, regarding James Shepard Thornton of New Hampshire for the position of Midshipman, signed by members of the US Senate and House of Representatives from New Hampshire: Henry Hubbard, Franklin W. Pierce, C. G. Artherton, Jared W Williams, Ira A Eastman, Edward W Burke, and Tristham Shaw, 1840.