Papers, 1825-1899.

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Papers, 1825-1899.

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Handwritten and typed manuscript of autobiography, letters, news clippings, pamphlets, military papers and a paper. Autobiography covers briefly his early life, gives extensive account of his war experiences, and a less detailed account of his later years. Includes several letters from Rutherford B. Hayes, one letter each from Gen. Sheridan, William Henry Harrison, and William McKinley, and several copies of letters from Powell to President McKinley. News clippings pertaining to his military record and career. Several GAR pamphlets, memorial pamphlets about Powell. A few military documents including one pertaining to his wound. A copy of a paper written and presented by Powell on the raid at Sinking Creek Valley in 1862, for which he was awarded the Medal of Honor.

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