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UNION SOLDIER LETTER - PRIVATE ALBERT A. TRESCOTT, BATTERY “E”, 1ST RHODE ISLAND LIGHT ARTILLERY

UNION SOLDIER LETTER - PRIVATE ALBERT A. TRESCOTT, BATTERY “E”, 1ST RHODE ISLAND LIGHT ARTILLERY

Dated “Camp Winfield Scott / Before Yorktown, May 3rd, 1862, enroute to Yorktown, VA. Addressed to “Dear Friends” 4 pages in ink on unlined paper, 12.5” x 8. Exhibits fold-marks, chipping… (467-25). Learn More »

SELECTION OF PATRIOTIC COVERS

SELECTION OF PATRIOTIC COVERS

Shown is a selection of five patriotic covers. All are in excellent condition with no tears or staining; see photos above. Below is a list with item codes, titles and prices, which are in the order as… (1179-). Learn More »

CHRIST CHURCH AND GENERAL BENJAMIN BUTLER

CHRIST CHURCH AND GENERAL BENJAMIN BUTLER

Edited by John S. Kendall, Reprinted from the Louisiana Historical quarterly, Vol 23, No. 4., October, 1940. In beige wraps, 19 pp., 10.5” x 7. Covers lightly fade round the margins. Else near… (490-6645). Learn More »

NEW ORLEANS UNDER GENERAL BUTLER

NEW ORLEANS UNDER GENERAL BUTLER

By Howard Palmer Johnson. Reprinted from the Louisiana Historical Quarterly, Vol. 24, No. 2, April 1941. In beige wraps, 105pp, 10.5” x 7. Exhibits light chipping at the margins. Else VG. This… (490-6644). Learn More »

CONFEDERATE REQUISITION DOCUMENT – 42ND VIRGINIA

CONFEDERATE REQUISITION DOCUMENT – 42ND VIRGINIA

This is a half sheet of blue paper completed in ink. Dated 7/31/1862, it is a simple requisition for clothing for Company “I” of the 42nd Virginia Infantry. Signed twice by “R.W.… (2024-664). Learn More »

$75.00
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POST-HAMPTON ROADS LETTER FROM GIDEON WELLES TO THE SENATE CHAIRMAN OF THE COMMITTEE ON NAVAL AFFAIRS – CONSTRUCTION OF IRONCLAD SHIPS

POST-HAMPTON ROADS LETTER FROM GIDEON WELLES TO THE SENATE CHAIRMAN OF THE COMMITTEE ON NAVAL AFFAIRS – CONSTRUCTION OF IRONCLAD SHIPS

This printed letter highlighted one of the most important developments in US Naval History, the initiation of a construction program for Ironclad warships. Just a few weeks after the Battle of Hampton… (337-196). Learn More »

VERY RARE CHANCELLORSVILLE BODY RETRIEVAL NOTE

VERY RARE CHANCELLORSVILLE BODY RETRIEVAL NOTE

Dated May 13th, 1863, this extraordinary document provides an account of the end of Lieutenant Charles D. Rossiter’s life. Colonel Robert F. Taylor wrote this note from the headquarters of the 33rd… (2023-537). Learn More »

$85.00
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THE BUTLER REGIME IN LOUISIANA

THE BUTLER REGIME IN LOUISIANA

By Thomas Ewing Dabney. Reprinted from the Louisiana Historical Society, Vol. No 27, April 1944. In beige wraps, 42 pp., 10.5” x 7. Covers slightly faded at the margins. Else near fine. This… (490-6646). Learn More »

UNION SOLDIER LETTER WITH COVER  - BUGLER A. N. MISSIMER [MESSEIMER, MESSIMER], CO. “B”, 8TH PA CAVALRY

UNION SOLDIER LETTER WITH COVER - BUGLER A. N. MISSIMER [MESSEIMER, MESSIMER], CO. “B”, 8TH PA CAVALRY

Dated, “Chickahominy Valley, Virginia, May 2, 1862.” Addressed to Miss Kate Missimer /Jersey Shore /Lycoming Co, Penna. 6 pages in ink, 5” x 8, on stationary w/attractive print of Washington… (467-24). Learn More »

DEPARTMENT OF THE GULF STAFF LETTER—ADDRESSED TO GEN. BENJ. BUTLER, NEW ORLEANS

DEPARTMENT OF THE GULF STAFF LETTER—ADDRESSED TO GEN. BENJ. BUTLER, NEW ORLEANS

Undated, ca. 1862. 3 pages in ink on lined paper, 7.75” x 9.75”. Exhibits fold-marks. Writing nearly decipherable. Letter heading:  “Head Quarters  Lt. ____ Dept. “General….I have rec. the… (490-6600). Learn More »

$40.00
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2ND LIEUTENANT’S COMMISSION FROM 72ND PENNSYLVANIA INFANTRY

2ND LIEUTENANT’S COMMISSION FROM 72ND PENNSYLVANIA INFANTRY

Offered here is a paper commission promoting Henry Russell to the rank of Second Lieutenant in Company “A” of the 72nd Pa. Infantry. Dated January 25, 1863. Commission measures 16.75” x… (2023-1197). Learn More »

$125.00
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POLL-BOOK FOR 1864 ELECTION – COMPANY “H” 118TH PA. INFANTRY “CORN EXCHANGE” REGIMENT

POLL-BOOK FOR 1864 ELECTION – COMPANY “H” 118TH PA. INFANTRY “CORN EXCHANGE” REGIMENT

Poll-book for the 1864 election. Voting for the soldiers who were residents of Philadelphia City, Delaware, and Chester Counties in Company “H” of the 118th Pennsylvania Volunteers. Certifies the… (2023-1236). Learn More »

$150.00
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119th PENNSYLVANIA LETTERS BETWEEN KIA OFFICER AND FAMILY – GETTYSBURG CONTENT!

119th PENNSYLVANIA LETTERS BETWEEN KIA OFFICER AND FAMILY – GETTYSBURG CONTENT!

Lieutenant Edward Coxe of the 119th Pennsylvania, Company D, wrote his sister on July 20th, 1863 from Lovettsville, Virginia – just over 2 weeks after the close of the Battle of Gettysburg.  Edward… (2023-1031). Learn More »

$250.00
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REMARKABLE HOSPITAL LETTER ON BEHALF OF WOUNDED 5th MAINE SOLDIER – US CHRISTIAN COMMISSION STATIONARY

REMARKABLE HOSPITAL LETTER ON BEHALF OF WOUNDED 5th MAINE SOLDIER – US CHRISTIAN COMMISSION STATIONARY

Private Joseph Leavitt enlisted at age 19 in Portland, Maine in June of 1861 and mustered into Company G of the 5th Maine Infantry.  And the end of his term, he re-enlisted in December of 1863.  In… (2023-472). Learn More »

207th PENNSYLVANIA LETTER – PETERSBURG CONTENT!

207th PENNSYLVANIA LETTER – PETERSBURG CONTENT!

Sergeant David W. Crider of the 20th PA, Company F, penned this letter on September 21st, 1864 while camped near Bermuda Hundred.  He writes to his cousin Eliza as a fresh recruit, mentioning being… (2023-1186). Learn More »

$125.00
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GENERAL ORDERS NO. 60—MAJOR GEN BUTLER / DEPARTMENT OF THE GULF / DEATH PENALTY WARNING

GENERAL ORDERS NO. 60—MAJOR GEN BUTLER / DEPARTMENT OF THE GULF / DEATH PENALTY WARNING

Dated “New Orleans, August 16th, 1862.” One page, 5” x 8. VG condition. In this order Gen. Butler directs that money be paid for information leading to the capture of weapons not held under a… (490-6635). Learn More »

GENERAL ORDERS NO. 57—MAJOR GEN. BUTLER / DEPARTMENT OF THE GULF / BATTLE OF BATON ROUGE

GENERAL ORDERS NO. 57—MAJOR GEN. BUTLER / DEPARTMENT OF THE GULF / BATTLE OF BATON ROUGE

Dated “New Orleans, August 9, 1862.” Two pp., 5” x 8. Exbibits slight small stains along top & bottom margins. Else VG. In this general order, General Butler commends his command, as of… (490-6634). Learn More »

1863 NEWSPAPER FROM SATTERLEE HOSPITAL IN PHILADELPHIA

1863 NEWSPAPER FROM SATTERLEE HOSPITAL IN PHILADELPHIA

This is a copy of the “Hospital Register” Vol. 2, No. 6, for October 3, 1863.  The weekly newspaper of Satterlee Hospital, printed and published on site, carried little news, featuring moral… (2023-1192). Learn More »

UNION SOLDIER LETTER - SERGEANT WILLIAM H. BAKER, 100TH NEW YORK INFANTRY, WITH COVER ADDRESSED TO CAPT. ANDERSON GRIFFIN ERIE CO, NY

UNION SOLDIER LETTER - SERGEANT WILLIAM H. BAKER, 100TH NEW YORK INFANTRY, WITH COVER ADDRESSED TO CAPT. ANDERSON GRIFFIN ERIE CO, NY

Dated “Camp of the 100th Regt. Seven Miles from Richmond, Sunday afternoon, May 26th, 1862.” Addressed to “Capt. Deacon Griffin, Capt. of Griffins Mill Home Guards, Dear Friend.” 4pp. on… (467-21). Learn More »

$240.00
Originally $300.00

UNION SOLDIER LETTER - BREVET BRIGADIER GENERAL CLARK SWETT EDWARDS

UNION SOLDIER LETTER - BREVET BRIGADIER GENERAL CLARK SWETT EDWARDS

Written by Edwards while serving as  Captain  of Co. “I”, 5th Maine Infantry. Dated “Thursday May 8, 1862 ,Brickhill Point near West Point VA.” Four page fragment of a letter detailing 5th… (467-20). Learn More »

$360.00
Originally $450.00
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ALS, MAJOR GENERAL JAMES LONGSTREET, CSA, Addressed To MAJOR GEN. DANIEL HARVEY HILL

Dated “Hd Qrs June 16th 1862.” One page in ink, 5” x 8. Exhibits fold-marks. Else VG and entirely legible. This letter from one major general divisional commander to was written between between the Battle of Fair Oaks at the end of May 1862 and… (1179-1398). Learn More »

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