Papers, 1853-1928.

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Papers, 1853-1928.

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This collection consists chiefly of letters written by Uberto Adelbert Burnham to his parents, Marvin and Caroline Burnham in regards to his career, first as a teacher in rural schools in New York State and Illinois; then subsequently his military service in the 76th New York Infantry Regiment during the Civil War. While living in Wapella Illinois, 1859-1860, he comments on the rise of the political fortunes of Abraham Lincoln. During the war, his letters provide vivid details of the battles of 2nd Bull Run and Gettysburg. There are also a number of letters in the collection that were written by family, friends, and relatives that were living in Allegany County, New York, Illinois, Iowa, and other places. The content of these letters generally concern news about the family and routine chores, but relate to matters regarding political, religious, and social sentiments of the time. In addition there are some letters related the experiences of other family members and friends who were also serving in the armed forces during the Civil War.

2 boxes (1.0 cubic ft.)

New York State Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 7620181

New York State Library

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Burnham, Uberto Adalbert, 1837-1930.

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Teacher and Civil War Soldier from Homer, Cortland County, New York. From the description of Papers, 1853-1928. (New York State Library). WorldCat record id: 501170911 ...

United States. Army. New York Infantry Regiment, 76th (1861-1865)

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Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865

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Abraham Lincoln (born February 12, 1809, Sinking Spring Farm near Hodgenville, Kentucky-died April 15, 1865, Washington, D.C.) was the sixteenth President of the United States from 1861 until his death by assassination. He was the son of a Kentucky frontiersman, Thomas Lincoln, and Nancy Hanks. In 1816, Lincoln moved to Pigeon Creek, Indiana, where he worked on his family's farm. Following his mother's death two years later, he continued working on farms until moving with his father to New Sa...