Samuel Colt papers, 1808-1904.

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Samuel Colt papers, 1808-1904.

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A collection of letters, patents, drawings, maps, and other items relating to Colonel Samuel Colt. Colt is well known for his invention of a repeating firearm, but was also involved with tin foil cartridges, submarine batteries, and the magnetic telegram. Colt died in Hartford, Connecticut in 1862. Papers relating to his estate can also be found within the collection. Additionally, the collection houses the papers of Colt's wife, Elizabeth. Samples of tin foil were included with some of the letters. There are also two photographs, possibly of Elizabeth Colt. Colt's correspondence was, among others, with family, friends, and members of the government. Colt's repeating firearm earned him a contract with the United States government during the Mexican American War. He was also issued patents for his inventions. The library has an index of Colt's correspondence, sorted by date and by names of recipient and writer.

5.5 linear feet (11 boxes).

Connecticut Historical Society

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