James W. Forsyth papers 1865-1932 (inclusive), 1870-1898

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James W. Forsyth papers 1865-1932 (inclusive), 1870-1898

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The papers record the career of a nineteenth century military officer in the American West and, in particular, his service in the Wounded Knee campaign. Forsyth's correspondence documents his service as military secretary to General Sheridan and as an inspector for the military Department of the Missouri during the 1870s. The letters also trace his command in the Bannock War of 1878, his part in the Wounded Knee campaign and subsequent investigation, and his command of the Department of California. The collection contains military reports on the Wounded Knee affair, as well as printed and manuscript maps of the campaign. Forsyth's papers also contain documents relating to other nineteenth century military officers and some photographic portraits. There are some papers, mostly financial receipts, regarding his family and his in-laws, the Dennisons.

Total Boxes: 11; Other Storage Formats: oversize; Linear Feet: 8.0

Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 6349216

Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library

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Henry, Guy Vernor, 1839-1899

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Forsyth, James W. (James William), 1836-1906

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Bell, J. Franklin (James Franklin), 1876-

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