Papers of Thomas A. Dornin [manuscript], 1825-1908 (bulk 1825-1863).

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Papers of Thomas A. Dornin [manuscript], 1825-1908 (bulk 1825-1863).

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Letters to Dornin concern orders to protect American citizens in Ecuador, 1852, his interception of the 1853-1854 expedition to Mexico of William Walker, and the rescue of Americans imprisoned by the Mexicans at Mazatlan. Others convey personal and family news. Joel Roberts Poinsett and Juan Jos:e Flores are mentioned. John Ellis Wool is a correspondent. The collection also contains five of Dornin's commissions, eight of which were signed by presidents Monroe, Pierce, and Lincoln, a brief summary of his activities, 1853 and 1854, a biographical sketch, and photographs.

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