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Ellsworth, E. E. (Elmer Ephraim), 1837-1861. Papers, [184-]-1935 (bulk 1859-1861).

Title: Papers, [184-]-1935 (bulk 1859-1861).

The collection includes a few papers relating to Ellsworth's early life: his first composition, letters of recommendation for clerical jobs, and letters to and from family and friends. The largest portion of the papers are products of his military career and include letters to and from various government officials and militia officers around the country about the Cadets and organization of other zouave units; papers relating to Cadet business, social activities, and tour; papers relating to the 73rd New York Infantry (Fire Zouaves); lists of officers and men; manuals of arms and notes and diagrams relating to military drill; lists of equipment and uniforms; illustrations of zouave uniforms; newspaper clippings about Ellsworth and the Cadets; addresses to his troops; a few letters on temperance; papers concerning the proposed national militia bureau; and a photograph of Ellsworth in uniform. There is also a quantity of material relating to his death: newspaper clippings; letters from his fiancée, Carrie M. Spafford, to his family; letters and resolutions of sympathy from individuals and military and fire companies; postcards depicting his death and related scenes; and a typescript essay, "A hero of '61", by E.E. Jones (final pages missing).

ArchivalResource: 9 folders (97 items)

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