Lorenzo Lorain letters, 1855-1963 (bulk 1855-1861).

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Lorenzo Lorain letters, 1855-1963 (bulk 1855-1861).

Twenty-one autograph letters, 1855-1861, concerning life at various forts and activities of the troops.

2 folders.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7677345

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Vollum, Edward Perry, -1902

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Lorain, Lorenzo,

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Lorenzo Lorain was a lieutenant in Co. L, 3rd artillery, U.S. Army. From the description of Lorenzo Lorain letters, 1855-1963 (bulk 1855-1861). (Oregon Historical Society Research Library). WorldCat record id: 54368216 ...

United States Military Academy

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West Point, N.Y., was originally utilized as a strategic defense location during the American Revolution. West Point is geographically located on a 100 ft. plateau overlooking the Hudson River. After the American victory Congress created a Corps of Invalids (veterans) that were transferred to West Point for the purpose of instructing candidates for commission. In 1802 Congress legally established the United States Military Academy at West Point. The Academy produced many leaders of American forc...