Montgomery Dent Corse Papers (MS065)

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Montgomery Dent Corse Papers (MS065)

1846-1982

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The bulk of the collection is related to Montgomery D. Corse's military career, including muster rolls, commission and discharge certificates, and 63 letters written by Corse to his wife, Elizabeth Beverley Corse, during his participation in the Civil War. In addition, the papers of Midshipman William H. Peters and a few letters written by Mrs. Corse are included.

1.86 Cubic Feet (3 boxes)

Alexandria Library. Local History / Special Collections (Alexandria, Va.)

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SNAC Resource ID: 11617545

Alexandria Library. Local History / Special Collections (Alexandria, Va.)

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