William McCleave papers, 1862-1904.

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William McCleave papers, 1862-1904.

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Relating mainly to his career as army officer, particularly service with 1st cavalry, California Volunteers, 1861-1866, in engagements against hostile Navajoes and Apaches in New Mexico. Included are copies of two letters from James H. Carleton, to Christopher Carson and Joseph R. West, 1862; letter to McCleave from his commanding officer, 1862; two from McCleave to other officers, 1862 and 1869; his record of daily activities, Ft. West, Jan.-Mar. 1863; notice of appointment as Bvt. Lt. Col. of Volunteers, 1865; service record and list of engagements; reminiscences prepared for Society of California Volunteers; report prepared by another member of the Society giving additional information on McCleave's army career; copy of an article written by McCleave on his experiences in New Mexico during the Civil War; obituary notices.

Originals : 16 folders in porfolio.Copies : 1 microfilm reel (63 exposures) : negative (Rich. 88:13) and positive.

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