Papers. 1854-1865.

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Papers. 1854-1865.

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Letters written to his father, Russell F. Lord, 1854 telling of Lords' preparatory training for entrance into the Academy; cadet letters, 1862 describing life at the Academy and discussing his academic problems. In a letter dated 21 June 1860 Lord asks his father's permission to resign; 3 report cards, 1860; letter, 14 April 1865 from his nephew J.G. Chapin relating the movements of his division.

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United States Military Academy, USMA Library

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United States Military Academy, USMA Library

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Lord, Russell, F., fl. 1840-1860.

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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...

Lord, James Henry, 1840-1894.

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Chapin, J. G., fl. 1865.

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