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United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

Found in 63 Collections and/or Records:

Larcom Family Papers, 1832-1935, undated

 Collection
Identifier: MSS 8
Abstract

The Larcom Family Papers consist primarily of the correspondence, literary offerings, newspaper clippings, and memorabilia of Lucy Larcom (1824-1893); the correspondence of Emeline Larcom Spaulding (b. 1817); and the correspondence, photographs, and estate records of the Larcom family.

Dates: 1832-1935, undated

Lee Family Papers, 1680-1917, undated

 Collection
Identifier: MSS 129
Abstract

The Lee family papers reflect the activities of four generations of one of Salem's prominent maritime families.

Dates: 1680-1917, undated

Massachusetts Volunteer Militia Records, 1775-1908

 Collection
Identifier: MM 6
Abstract

The Massachusetts Volunteer Militia Records includes orderly books, rosters and enlistment records, quartermaster accounts, guard report books, general orders and brigade orders, muster rolls, company descriptive books, and correspondence. This collection has been arranged into twenty-two series based on regimental distinctions.

Dates: 1775-1908

Nathaniel F. Robinson Papers, 1862-1877

 Collection
Identifier: MSS 957
Abstract

The Nathaniel F. Robinson Papers is a collection of correspondence from Nathaniel to his family in Salem during the American Civil War. In the correspondence Robinson describes army life, and troop movements, he also discusses the Emancipation Proclamation. This collection also contains Nathaniel's discharge from the army.

Dates: 1862-1877

Peirce-Nichols Family of Salem, Massachusetts, 1702-1967, undated

 Collection
Identifier: MSS 468
Abstract

This collection contains the papers of five generations of the Peirce and Nichols families of Salem, Massachusetts.

Dates: 1702-1967, undated

Peirson Family Papers, 1757-1902, 1941, undated

 Collection
Identifier: MSS 487
Abstract

This collection contains papers of four generations of the Peirson family of Salem, Massachusetts.

Dates: 1757-1902, 1941, undated

Provost Marshal's Office Records, 1862-1866

 Collection
Identifier: MM 33
Abstract

The Provost Marshal's Office Records include correspondence, circulars, orders, enlistment papers, enrollment records, draft records, surgeon's certificates, medical reports, equipment and property returns, reports, and financial records created by the District Provost Marshal and his board of enrollment in the 5th District Massachusetts from 1863 to 1865, along with records from the Provost Marshal Office of Norfolk, Virginia.

Dates: 1862-1866

Robert S. Rantoul Papers, 1817-1920, undated

 Collection
Identifier: MSS 448
Abstract

This collection contains the personal records of Robert S. Rantoul, including correspondence, financial records, photos and mementos of his children, and news clippings related to his life. It also contains a significant amount of records relating to his professional positions as both the Mayor of Salem and the President of the Essex Institute.

Dates: 1817-1920, undated

Salem Light Infantry Records, 1805-1905, undated

 Collection
Identifier: MM 12
Abstract

The Salem Light Infantry Records include constitutions, by-laws, orderly books, meeting records, members lists, and account books. This collection has been arranged into three series.

Dates: 1805-1905, undated

Salem Light Infantry Veteran Association Records, 1855-1917, undated

 Collection
Identifier: MM 13
Abstract

The Salem Light Infantry Veteran Association Records include record books, by-laws, correspondence, meeting programs and invitations, account books, treasurer reports, and belt buckles. This collection has been arranged into four series.

Dates: 1855-1917, undated