Papers, 1815-1855.

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Papers, 1815-1855.

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Group of documents related to the military service of Charles C. Tupper of Buffalo, New York during the War of 1812. Includes a copy of a letter of 22 January 1833 sent to General Winfield Scott that details Tupper's participation in the Battle of Queenston Heights. Also includes copies of a letter of 21 April 1815 from Peter B. Porter relative to Tupper's rank. Other documents contain further details of Tupper's service, including specific campaigns and wounds, apparently in support of applications for military pension and bounties.

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New York State Library

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New York State Library

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Scott, Winfield, 1786-1866

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Winfield Scott (June 13, 1786 – May 29, 1866) was an American military commander and political candidate. He served as a general in the United States Army from 1814 to 1861, taking part in the War of 1812, the Mexican–American War, the early stages of the American Civil War, and various conflicts with Native Americans. Scott was the Whig Party's presidential nominee in the 1852 presidential election, but was defeated by Democrat Franklin Pierce. He was known as Old Fuss and Feathers for his insi...

Porter, Peter B. (Peter Buell), 1773-1844

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Porter was a member of the New York State Legislature, a member of the United States House of Representatives from New York State, a major general in the War of 1812, and United States Secretary of War from 1828 to 1829. He was a strong supporter of the Whig Party. From the description of Letter, 1839 February 16. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 145407205 Congressman, general of New York State Militia during the War of 1812, and partner in Porter, Barton & Company. ...

Tupper, Charles, 1794-1881

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