James H. Simpson and family papers, 1825-1932.

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James H. Simpson and family papers, 1825-1932.

Personal and family letters, newspaper clippings, genealogical and biographical data, and memorabilia of Simpson, a U.S. Army engineer and his family. Included is a letter from William T. Sherman (1869).

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SNAC Resource ID: 6779341

Minnesota Historical Society Library

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