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SOLDIER DIARY - CORPORAL WILLIAM WINTLE, CO. “A”, 22ND INDIANA INFANTRY; ATLANTA - CAROLINAS CAMPAIGN CONTENT

SOLDIER DIARY - CORPORAL WILLIAM WINTLE, CO. “A”, 22ND INDIANA INFANTRY; ATLANTA - CAROLINAS CAMPAIGN CONTENT

Daily entries from August 8, 1864, through regimental mustering out, July 21, 1864. Front eps owner inscription, in pencil: “William Wintle / Comp. A 22nd Regt. Ind. V. Volunteers/ Sept. 14th,… (778-86). Learn More »

$2,250.00

ANTE-BELLUM VIRGINIA LETTER

ANTE-BELLUM VIRGINIA LETTER

Dated “Soldiers Joy, Jany 16th 1847. From “Jno. J Sanders/Tye River Warehouse” to “Daniel H. Sanders, Richmond, VA.” I page, folded. Addressed, folded & sealed w/old fashioned wax (wax… (1000-1453). Learn More »

$150.00

JULY 1863 ISSUE OF “THE LIBERATOR” NEWSPAPER EXTOLLING THE BRAVERY OF BLACK SOLDIERS

JULY 1863 ISSUE OF “THE LIBERATOR” NEWSPAPER EXTOLLING THE BRAVERY OF BLACK SOLDIERS

Vol. XXXIII. No. 29. 4 pp., 6 columns. Exhibits a central fold-mark but is otherwise very good. Founded in 1831 by William Lloyd Garrison, the “Liberator” became the country’s leading… (668-93). Learn More »

$125.00
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G.A.R. POSTCARDS WITH POEM

G.A.R. POSTCARDS WITH POEM

Two vintage postcards are pasted to the reverse of a patriotic poem, which folds between the cards. Poem is named, “Where the Winds Gave Shout- What Uncle Sam Knew” by S.L. Holt. Nice veteran… (L15364). Learn More »

$10.00
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MORNING REPORT OF PRISONERS AT JOHNSON’S ISLAND

MORNING REPORT OF PRISONERS AT JOHNSON’S ISLAND

Printed form filled out in ink.  Measures 13” x 5 ½”.  Dated November 27, 1864.  This particular form accounts for the 72 prisoners in Block 5.  Filled out by a Sergeant of the 5th Veteran… (998-456). Learn More »

$95.00
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REPORT OF THE 46TH PENNSYLVANIA VOLUNTEER INFANTRY

REPORT OF THE 46TH PENNSYLVANIA VOLUNTEER INFANTRY

Lined paper has printed columns meant for officers to fill in data. This report was written for October, 1862 by George B. Cadwallader, 1st Lieutenant in the 46th PA Infantry. It is titled, “MONTHLY… (L14868). Learn More »

$35.00
SOLD

DISCHARGE CERTIFICATE FOR 91ST PENNSYLVANIA SOLDIER

DISCHARGE CERTIFICATE FOR 91ST PENNSYLVANIA SOLDIER

This little group of two documents is for a 44 year old Private named William Lockhart of Captain John P. Carie’s Company I, 91st Pennsylvania infantry. The first document is headed “CERTIFICATE… (465-116). Learn More »

$20.00
SOLD

1869 DOCUMENT SIGNED BY GEORGE CUSTAR

1869 DOCUMENT SIGNED BY GEORGE CUSTAR

Pre-printed 1869 promissory note for $1000 filled out in ink and signed by George Custar. Fooled me too when I first looked at it. With a quick look the “ar” looks like “er.” Thought for sure… (668-109). Learn More »

$15.00

MUSTER-OUT ROLL FOR CAPTAIN NATHAN F. NOYES’ CO. F, 23RD MAINE INFANTRY

MUSTER-OUT ROLL FOR CAPTAIN NATHAN F. NOYES’ CO. F, 23RD MAINE INFANTRY

Dated “July 15, 1863, Portland Maine.” Pre-printed form, Government Printing Office, 1861, measuring 30.25 x 21”, w/inked entries.   Lists all officers, and enlisted men, who mustered for… (L14494). Learn More »

$65.00

PAINTED ESCUTCHEON AND MODEL 1850 FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD ID’D TO MAJOR WILLIAM LAMBERT OF THE 15TH PENNSYLVANIA CAVALRY & THE 27TH & 33rd NEW JERSEY

PAINTED ESCUTCHEON AND MODEL 1850 FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD ID’D TO MAJOR WILLIAM LAMBERT OF THE 15TH PENNSYLVANIA CAVALRY & THE 27TH & 33rd NEW JERSEY

At top center is a large, full color, spread winged eagle sitting on a reddish brown fascine at the center of a sunburst and gold stars. Due to paint loss some of the stars are missing. The eagle’s… (945-353). Learn More »

$2,950.00

SOLDIER LETTER GROUP—SERGEANT WILLIAM F. MORGAN, CO. “C”, 2ND MASS. INFANTRY, WIA GETTYSBURG, 7/3/1863

SOLDIER LETTER GROUP—SERGEANT WILLIAM F. MORGAN, CO. “C”, 2ND MASS. INFANTRY, WIA GETTYSBURG, 7/3/1863

8 letters written between November 1862 and 5/21/1864, to various family members, in ink, varying 2 to 4 pages in length. Addressed to various family members, w/two envelopes addressed to his wife,… (453-48). Learn More »

$750.00
Originally $950.00

“PANZERGRENADIER 1944” COLD CAST BRONZE SCULPTURE BY TERRY JONES

“PANZERGRENADIER 1944” COLD CAST BRONZE SCULPTURE BY TERRY JONES

The most elite of the specialized troops to form the Blitzkrieg of the German Army. This Grenadier portrays the Panzergrenadiers that engaged the Americans at Normandy. Front descriptive plate reads,… (709-04). Learn More »

$300.00
Originally $350.00
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NATIONAL HOMESTEAD AT GETTYSBURG ORPHANAGE GOOD CONDUCT CARD

NATIONAL HOMESTEAD AT GETTYSBURG ORPHANAGE GOOD CONDUCT CARD

Dated March 16, 1872.” Pre-printed white card, 3.25 x 2.5.” Inscribed to “Master Winny Ballantine,”  authorized by J.C. Burns. Two tiny spots on blank reverse. Otherwise pristine.… (195-200). Learn More »

$250.00

NATIONAL HOMESTEAD AT GETTYSBURG ORPHANAGE GOOD CONDUCT CARD

NATIONAL HOMESTEAD AT GETTYSBURG ORPHANAGE GOOD CONDUCT CARD

Dated “Feb. 17th, 1872.” Pre-printed white card, 3.25 x 2.5.” Inscribed to “Miss Anna E. Martin,” authorized by J.C. Burns. Two tiny spots on blank reverse. Otherwise pristine. Text: (Miss… (195-199). Learn More »

$250.00

BURNING OF CHAMBERSBURG, PA - JULY 30, 1864 / CIVILIAN CORRESPONDENCE

BURNING OF CHAMBERSBURG, PA - JULY 30, 1864 / CIVILIAN CORRESPONDENCE

Two letters, dated “Satur”[July 30], and “Sunday Morning [July 31];  both letters in the same hand addressed to “E”, the Sunday letter signed at top, “All well/ Annie.” The Saturday… (1000-1432). Learn More »

$300.00

UNION 2ND CORPS UNIDENTIFIED SOLDIER LETTER

UNION 2ND CORPS UNIDENTIFIED SOLDIER LETTER

Dated “Culpepper, Va Feb 9th 1864”. Addressed to “Mother,” from her  “affectionate son Aitkin.”  6 pp., in ink, on lined paper, 7.75 x 10”. Exhibits fold-marks; ink lightly faded,… (1000-1412). Learn More »

$150.00

CIRCA 1852 VIRGINIA MILITARY INSTITUTE SOCIETE DE CADETS CERTIFICATE FOR WILLIAM OVERALL YAGER

CIRCA 1852 VIRGINIA MILITARY INSTITUTE SOCIETE DE CADETS CERTIFICATE FOR WILLIAM OVERALL YAGER

William Overall Yager: Virginia Military Institute, Société de Cadets Certificate, circa 1852, one page vellum with ink notations on the verso, 15¾" x 19½", partially printed on vellum, in French.… (846-104). Learn More »

$3,250.00
Originally $4,250.00

1863 SOLDIER DIARY - CORPORAL SAMUEL HUXHAM, CO. "B", 14TH CONNECTICUT INFANTRY, KILLED IN ACTION AT GETTYSBURG ON JULY 3, 1863

1863 SOLDIER DIARY - CORPORAL SAMUEL HUXHAM, CO. "B", 14TH CONNECTICUT INFANTRY, KILLED IN ACTION AT GETTYSBURG ON JULY 3, 1863

Pocket Diary for 1863. Published Annually for the Trade, New York, 1863. Owner inscription, front eps, in pencil-"Samuel Huxham/ Co. B 14 Regt. C.V./Camped near Falmouth/ Virginia/Feb. 10th 1863."… (846-138). Learn More »

$3,615.00
Originally $4,250.00

HARPER’S WEEKLY, NEW YORK, APRIL 26, 1862 - SHILOH/ ISLAND NO. 10

HARPER’S WEEKLY, NEW YORK, APRIL 26, 1862 - SHILOH/ ISLAND NO. 10

Vol. VI.—No. 278. 16 pp. [257-272], four columns, with numerous stories, illustrations and cartoons. Front cover features full page sketch of “Major Halleck in the Field, April 1862.” [Halleck… (998-1845). Learn More »

$45.00

HARPER’S WEEKLY, NEW YORK, MAY 3, 1862 – SHILOH [PITTSURG LANDING]

HARPER’S WEEKLY, NEW YORK, MAY 3, 1862 – SHILOH [PITTSURG LANDING]

The full front page is taken up with 11 photos of: "The Heroes Of The Battle of Pittsburg Landing." showing U.S. Grant and Buell among others. Inside has a full page with 3 prints: "General Buell's… (998-1844). Learn More »

$45.00

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MODEL 1841 NAVAL OFFICER’S SWORD IDENTIFIED TO SIMON BACKUS BISSELL

Simon Backus Bissell was born in Fairlee, Vt., on October 28, 1808. He was appointed Midshipman on November 6, 1824, Passed Midshipman on June 4 1831, and Lieutenant December 9, 1837. At the beginning of the Mexican-American War, he was assigned to… (870-63). Learn More »

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