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Letter From Robert Patterson To His Mother On April 28, 1861, Robert Patterson

Patterson Family Correspondence

Robert Patterson wrote this letter to his mother on April 28, 1861. In the letter he talks about his health, food conditions at camp and orders to troops to move to Camp Dennison, at Loveland, Ohio from Camp Jackson.

Letter From William Patterson To His Brother On April 13, 1861, William Patterson

Patterson Family Correspondence

William Patterson wrote this letter to his brother on April 13, 1861. In the letter he talks about daily life and family concerns.

Robert Anderson From Fort Sumter, Charleston Harbor, March 22, 1861., Robert Anderson

Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection

Major Robert Anderson, commanding Fort Sumter just prior to the start of the American Civil War, reports to Colonel L. Thomas on several matters.

Diary: W.E. Johnson, W. E. Johnson

W.E. Johnson Papers

This file contains the scanned images of W.E. Johnson's diary that he kept as prisoner-of-war through 1864. Two versions of the scans are posted here: the main version a reduced-size PDF (13.5MB). An optimized PDF version (45.6MB) of the diary is also available for download on this page.

An automatically-updating draft transcription of the diary is available.

Diary From 1861, Lucinda Lenore Merriss Cornell

The Lucinda Lenore Merriss Cornell Diaries

The 1861 diary of Lucinda Merriss features a daily account of her life at home with family and friends. This year includes sections at the beginning featuring recipes and other notes. This is also the first year of the Civil War and mentions of Camp Chase in Columbus begin to appear. Notable dates include:

April 18: First mention of soldiers training in Columbus and enlistments from across the northern states.

June 21: Grandmother Merriss dies.

July 1: A great comet is seen in the northwest.

August 14: Notice of General Lyons' death during the war.

October 27-29: A work project …

Robertson Hospital Register - Csv Version, Robertson Hospital (Richmond, Va.),

Robertson Hospital Register

A CSV file of the entries in the Robertson Hospital Register.

Robertson Hospital Register - Pdf Version, Robertson Hospital (Richmond, Va.),

Robertson Hospital Register

A PDF file of the entries in the Robertson Hospital Register.

Matthew Fontaine Maury Letter To A Faculty Member Of The Naval Academy In Annapolis, Maryland; Washington, D.C., December 20, 1860., Matthew Fontaine Maury

Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection

No abstract provided.

[Letter], 1860, Sept. 23, Providence, R.I., Elisabeth Chapman [To] Alan Cameron

Rhode Island 11th United States Heavy Artillery Correspondence Collection

A family correspondence from Cameron's Aunt, Elisabeth Chapman of Providence. Relates general personal information and her upcoming move to Troy (New York?).

One entry: dated September 23, 1860.

Handwritten; Single page; 25 x 20 cm.

[Letter], [Undated], Springvale, Wis., Kate Porter [To] Alan Cameron

Rhode Island 11th United States Heavy Artillery Correspondence Collection

A family correspondence written by Allen Cameron's Sister Kate of Springvale, Wisconsin. Relates the cost of everyday items and various familial successes and hardships with five children. Encourages Cameron to leave Foster, Rhode Island for Wisconsin.

Two distinct entries: the first one, undated and the second dated September 21, year unknown.

Handwritten; 1 folded sheet; 21 x 25 cm. folded to 21 x 12.5 cm.; extensive foxing on first page

Letter From Isaac Toucey, Secretary Of The Navy, To Lt. George W. Rodgers Containing Instructions For Latter's Transfer To The U.S.S. Constitution In Annapolis. Written In Washington, D.C., September 5, 1860., Isaac Toucey

Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection

A letter from Isaac Toucey to George W. Rodgers containing instructions from the Navy Department. According to Toucey, Rodgers is to detach from the New York Naval base on the 15th, arrive in Annapolis, Maryland on the 20th, and then report to Captain Blake for duty on the U.S.S Constitution. Washington D.C., September 5, 1860.

[Certificate], The Railway Educational Association Conducting The Railway Correspondence School, [For] Train Brakeman, [Presented To] Willard Hopkins

Rhode Island 11th United States Heavy Artillery Correspondence Collection

A Train Brakeman certificate issued by the Railway Education Association, Railway Correspondence School (New York) to Willard Hopkins on August 16th [year unknown].

Connection to Allen F. Cameron unclear.

Printed, with handwritten name and signature; Single page; 24 x 30 cm.; Tri-folds, tears at folds.

The Confederate Military Commissions Of Edwin G. Lee, 1860-1864, Commonwealth Of Virginia, Robert E. Lee, Jefferson Davis, Adjutant And Inspector General's Office, Confederate States Of America, John Withers, James Seddon, John K. Mitchell, Paymaster's Office, Confederate States Army, Staunton, Virginia, Edwin G. Lee

Edwin G. Lee Papers

Official military commissions, resignations, receipts for pay and other documents associated with the military career Edwin G. Lee. The documents include:

An appointment as first lieutenant in the Virginia militia, June 1860

An appointment as a major in the "active volunteer forces" of Virginia, July 1861

An assignment to the 33rd Virginia Regiment, July 27, 1861

A resignation (at rank of Colonel), December 1862

A commission as Lieutenant Colonel in the 33rd Virginia Regiment, dated January 14, 1863 with term of service beginning in April of that year

A certificate of nomination by the President (of the Confederate States) to …

Circular: Headquarters, U.S. Forces, March 26, 186?

Rhode Island 11th United States Heavy Artillery Circulars Collection

This official circular provides instructions on proper Guard Mounting.

By command of Brigadier General George L. Andrews via Captain Chas. B. Gaskill, Acting Assistant Adjutant General.

12 x 13 cm. Single page. Extensive foxing. [Note: Final digit of year is unreadable on this document].

[Letter], [Undated], Springvale, Wis., Kate Porter & Wallace Porter [To] Alan Cameron

Rhode Island 11th United States Heavy Artillery Correspondence Collection

A family correspondence written by Allen Cameron's nephew, Wallace and Sister, Kate from Springvale, Wisconsin. Doubles as a thank you letter and missive regarding friends and family.

Two distinct entries: undated.

Handwritten; 2 pages, double-sided; First page,21 x 23 cm, second page 25 X 20 cm.

[Letter], [Undated], Springvale, Wis., Lena Porter [To] Alan Cameron

Rhode Island 11th United States Heavy Artillery Correspondence Collection

A family correspondence written by Allen Cameron's niece, Lena C. Porter from Springvale, Wisconsin. Relates her familial experiences during the winter.

One entry, undated.

Handwritten; Single page, double-sided; 21 X 13 cm.

[Letter], 1859, Nov. 6, Canton, Mass., Walter Cameron [To] Alan Cameron

Rhode Island 11th United States Heavy Artillery Correspondence Collection

A family correspondence from brother Walter Cameron from Canton, Massachusetts(?). Relates information concerning the re-payment of a personal loan; problems with local water supply; and refers to family members.

One entry: dated November 6, 1859

Handwritten; Single page; 25 x 19 cm.

[Letter], 1859, Sept. 7, Canton, Mass., John Mckay [To] Alan Cameron

Rhode Island 11th United States Heavy Artillery Correspondence Collection

A personal correspondence from "brother" John McKay of Canton, Massachusetts(?). Indicates five dollars was sent by post with note; written on behalf of "Walter" (Allen's brother, Walter Cameron?); and indicates that they are mustering out.

One entry: dated September 7, 1859

Handwritten; Single page, 1 folded sheet (4 p.); 20 x 26 cm. folded to 20 x 13 cm.

[Letter], 1859, April 20, Providence, R.I., Alfred Sherman [To] Alan Cameron

Rhode Island 11th United States Heavy Artillery Correspondence Collection

A personal/business(?) correspondence from Alfred Sherman of Providence. Refers to Allen Cameron as "Doctor" throughout and relates the on-going condition of his foot as well as information concerning mutual acquaintainces.

One entry: dated April 20, 1859

Handwritten; Single page; 31 x 20 cm. folded to 21 x 20 cm.

[Letter], 1857, July 16, Hillsdale College, Hillsdale, Mich., Harrison Clarke [To] Alan Cameron

Rhode Island 11th United States Heavy Artillery Correspondence Collection

A personal correspondence from Harrison Clarke of Hillsdale College, Hillsdale, Michigan. Relates fondness for Cameron; description of Forth of July events; comments upon a Comet sighting in or around July, 1857 and its possible effects upon the weather.

One entry: dated July 16, 1857

Handwritten on printed letterhead; 1 folded sheet (4 pages); 25 x 40 cm. folded to 25 x 20 cm.

[Letter], 1857, Mar. 3, Parker V. Webster [To] Alan Cameron

Rhode Island 11th United States Heavy Artillery Correspondence Collection

A business correspondence written to Allen Cameron from Parker V. Webster concerning personal property.

One entry: dated March 3, 1857

Handwritten; Single page; 20 X 13 cm.

Miscellaneous Correspondence Written By William Robertson Boggs: June 26, 1855 - April 15, 1880., William Robertson Boggs

William Robertson Boggs Family Papers

Boggs Family Papers, Box 1, Folder 9.

Miscellaneous Correspondence Written by William Robertson Boggs: June 26, 1855 - April 15, 1880.

[Letter], 1854, Mar. 11, Burriville, R.I., John Congdon [To] Alan Cameron

Rhode Island 11th United States Heavy Artillery Correspondence Collection

A personal correspondence from John Congdon of Burriville, Rhode Island. Relates the struggles of family life and updates thereof. Mentions Plainville, Connecticut(?) and Chepachet, Rhode Island.

One entry: dated March 11, 1854

Handwritten; Single page (of folded 4 page stock, unmarked); 20 X 16 cm. (folded), 20 x 32 cm. (unfolded)

[Letter], 1853, Nov. 10, West Sutton, Mass., Mary E. Gould [To] Alan Cameron

Rhode Island 11th United States Heavy Artillery Correspondence Collection

A personal correspondence written to Allen Cameron from Mary E. Gould, West Sutton, Massachusetts relating her views on religion and personal conduct of the day, among others. One entry: dated November 10, 1853.

Handwritten; Single page, double-sided; 25 x 20cm.

General Order No. 1, Signed By U.S. Navy Commander In Chief Matthew C. Perry, Dated December 21, 1852., Matthew Calbraith Perry Commander In Chief U.S. Naval Forces

Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection

Matthew C. Perry, the Commander in Chief of U.S. Naval Forces, stationed on the U.S.S. Frigate Mississippi at the time of this order, publishes General Order No. 1 stating that notes, journals, articles of communication and other items prepared by officers or persons will be endorsed and transmitted to the Commander in Chief and Navy Department to be used for government convenience. Signed at sea, December 21, 1852.

Letter From Matthew C. Perry, In Norfolk, Virginia Aboard The U.S. Steam Frigate Mississippi, To William J.W. Clancy, Commanding U.S. Steam Frigate Powhattan, Directing Him On The Route By Which He Shall Sail To Macau (China). November 23, 1852., Matthew Calbraith Perry Commander East India Squadron, William J.W. Clancy Commander U.S. Steam Frigate Powhattan

Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection

Intructions from Mathew C. Perry to William J.W. Clancy regarding his voyage on the Powhattan to China. Perry directs Clancy to stop in Madeira to refuel and then again at the Cape of Good Hope, and again at Mauritius or Isle of France. Perry also discusses other details of the voyage. November 23, 1852. Norfolk, Virginia, abourd the U.S Mississippi.

Treaty Of Fort Laramie With The Sioux, Etc., 1851, David D. Mitchell, Thomas Fitzpatrick

US Government Documents Related to Indigenous Nations

This treaty, signed on September 17, 1851, was an essential agreement between the United States government and representatives of the Lakota, Dakota, Cheyenne, Arapaho, Crow, Assiniboine, Mandan, Hidatsa, and Arikara Nations. In this treaty, the United States acknowledged that the area surveyed by the treaty was Indigenous land and recognized each nation's exclusive territorial rights over a portion defined by geographical boundaries. Equally, the tribes agreed that the US government had the right to establish roads and posts—military and other—within their territories. They also promised to abstain from hostilities against other tribes, pay for any wrongs committed by their people, …

Albert Sidney Johnson Letter To Texas Governor Peter Hansborough Bell Introducing Charles Stewart Todd. New Orleans, 1850., Albert Sidney Johnston

Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection

Albert Sidney Johnson letter to Texas governor Peter Hansborough Bell introducing Charles Stewart Todd, a commissioner appointed by the U.S. to execute aspects of the Treaty of Guadalupe (1848, between U.S. and Mexico). Specifically, Johnston notes Stewart is to "make such dispositions of the Indian tribes bordering upon the line about to be established between this [U.S.] government & Mexico, as will enable the Government of the U. States to carry out the stipulation of the treaty of Guadaloupe [sic]."

Archivo Historico De La Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores L_E_1081, Secretaria De Relaciones Exteriores

La Guerra de Texas y La Guerra Mexico - Estados Unidos

Reports and news clippings sent by Mexican consulates and diplomats abroad on: the interventionist and expansionist policy of the U.S. government; the addition of Texas to the United States, Treaty of Friendship and Commerce signed between Texas, France and Holland; Santiago 12 Arguello, Captain the presidio of San Diego says it is necessary to avoid U.S. incursions in the territory of California. p. 1.

Warships from the United States in and out of Veracruz. p. 2-11.

Information and facts on the invasion of New Mexico by adventurers from the United States, supported and sent by that country. p. 12-16.

Francisco …

Letter Of Recommendation For Andrew Wallace Hunter Written By Leonidas Polk . May 11, 1848., Leonidas Polk

Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection

A letter of recommendation for Andrew Wallace Hunter from Leonidas Polk for the position of midshipman within the Navy. Polk mentions that Hunter is of "more than ordinary worth" and that he has also been recommended by Senator Berrien of Georgia. Dated May 11th, 1848.