De Forest family papers, 1798-1889 (inclusive), 1798-1825 (bulk).

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De Forest family papers, 1798-1889 (inclusive), 1798-1825 (bulk).

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The papers consist of correspondence, account books, journals, letterbooks, financial records, and related papers of David Curtis De Forest and family members. The papers document the business and political careers of De Forest, including his commercial enterprise in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Correspondence, located within journals and letterbooks, includes letters written to family members, colleagues, and associates while on sea voyages to South America and elsewhere.

4.50 linear ft.

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