Official document conferring upon R.G. Rutherford of the U.S. Volunteers the rank of Major. The document, dated March 13, 1865, is signed by President Andrew Johnson and Secretary of War Edwin M Stanton. Engravings of an eagle and a scene with...
Official document conferring upon R.G. Rutherford of the U.S. Volunteers the rank of Captain. The document, dated March 7, 1867, is signed by President Andrew Johnson and Secretary of War John McAllister Schofield. Engravings of an eagle and a...
Official document conferring upon R.G. Rutherford of the U.S. Volunteers the rank of Major. The document, dated March 13, 1865, is signed by President Andrew Johnson and Secretary of War Edwin M Stanton. Engravings of an eagle and a scene with...
Johnston, Joseph E. (Joseph Eggleston), 1807-1891; Clippings (Books, newspapers, etc.)
Two short newspaper articles, dated in pencil as 1936 May 30. The first discusses casualties in the Civil War, especially among those under 21 years old. The second describes life among Union soldiers during the Civil War.
Chesterton, Gilbert K. (Gilbert Keith), 1874-1936; Letters
In this letter, written in ink on lined beige paper, Chesterton responds to a "Socratic dialogue on Peace & War." Chesterton discusses moral and physical force.
Jellicoe, John Rushworth Jellicoe, Earl, 1859-1935; Letters
In this short letter, Jellicoe writes to a Mr Bainbridge, declining to help with his correspondent's book due to his own "acquaintance with War Council Proceedings" which would "make it improper of me to express opinions of the subject."
Newspaper clipping published on the occasion of Admiral Jellicoe's death, recounting key poimys of his involvment in World War I. A note written in pencil denotes that article as one from the New York Times.
Newspaper clipping published on the occasion of Admiral Jellicoe's death, recounting his military career and involvement in World War I. A note in pencil attributes the article to the Los Angeles Times on November 22, 1935.
Balfour, Arthur James Balfour, Earl of, 1848-1930; Biographical information; Collecteana files
A biographical history of Balfour, including his many offices including Prime Minister. His books are listed as well as a quote about him visiting with the American officers of the Great War.
Jusserand, J. J. (Jean Jules), 1855-1932; Clippings (Books, newspapers, etc.)
This article contains a reprint of Former French Ambassador to the United States Jules Jusserand's farewell remarks to the American popualation. Jusserand discusses relations between the United States and France, as well as current policy in Europe...
