Bender collection, 1863-1917.

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Bender collection, 1863-1917.

Correspondence from Wilson's early years in the Civil War to shortly before his retirement ca. 1900. Topics include the war, his writings, Asian diplomacy, criticism of military strategy, politics, personal life, and business and investment prospects. Also includes military reports and orders, publications, manuscripts, and speeches; together with letters (1863-1867) of Gen. John Rawlins.

3 linear ft.

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SNAC Resource ID: 8052771

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Rawlins, John A. (John Aaron), 1831-1869

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American lawyer and soldier. From the description of Document signed : War Department, 1869 Aug. 31. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 270616341 Colonel and close friend of Grant. From the description of John A. Rawlins letter, 1863 Jan. 7. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 631793518 Lawyer from Galena, Ill. who was a military aide to General Grant during the Civil War and his close personal friend. From the description of Letter, April 5, 1866. (A...

Wilson, James Harrison, 1837-1925

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Soldier, railroad builder, and author. From the description of James Harrison Wilson papers, circa 1862-1923 (bulk 1890-1915). (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 79452964 Military engineer, Civil War general and cavalry commander, post-war railroad man. From the description of Papers, 1864-1876. (Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library). WorldCat record id: 62725438 American soldier and engineer. From the description of Autograph letter signed : Keo...