Subject: American Civil War

This book, published in 1880, recounts the experiences of Septima Levy Collis during the American Civil War (1861-1865). Mrs. Collis, born Septima Levy, daughter of David Cardoza Levy of Charleston, South Carolina, details her perspective on the conflict, including the loss of her brother, David Cardoza Levy Jr., who fought for the Confederacy. The book also includes details about her marriage to Capt. Charles Collis (who later became a general) in Philadelphia on December 6, 1861, and her father's involvement in the Reformed movement in Charleston.

Affidavit concerning the receipt of deserter Francis Bond of Company K, Enfans Perdus Regiment. The document details Bond's enlistment date (November 26, 1861), his promotion to Captain in Company K on March 30, 1863, and his family connections to Simeon Draper (his father) and other family members who also served. The document is dated January 12, 1863, and originates from New York, New York.

A lengthy anti-Semitic article published in *The World* (New York City) on March 18, 1864. The article focuses on the perceived role of Jews in the Confederacy during the American Civil War, accusing them of engaging in blockade-running, contraband trade, evading conscription and taxes, and placing excessive trust in Judah P. Benjamin. The article occupies two full columns of the newspaper.

Autograph letter signed by Henry T. Blanchard to his parents and siblings from Camp Brightwood, Washington, D.C., dated December 1, 1861. The four-page letter, written on letterhead featuring an engraved view of Camp Brightwood by L.R. Rosenthal of Philadelphia, details life at the camp. Included is the original cover, also featuring the engraving, addressed to Erastus Blanchard of Providence, Rhode Island. The letterhead depicts Camp Brightwood, 2nd Rhode Island, Col. Frank Wheaton, Comd'g.

One-page autograph letter signed "J.M. Seixas" dated November 21, 1861, addressed to General Daniel Ruggles. The letter discusses the writer's inability to deliver an enclosed letter from General Gladden in person and mentions the St. Charles Hotel in Charleston, South Carolina. J.M. Seixas, a Charleston Jew, was sent to Wilmington, N.C. by the Confederate War Department to find blockade runners to keep the Southern supply line moving. He was later appointed a War Department Agent at Wilmington, North Carolina.

A one-page quarto autograph letter signed by John Claiborne, dated December 23, 1861, addressed to General Daniel Ruggles. Claiborne discusses a request for a staff appointment, referencing a letter from Judah P. Benjamin who declines to provide an appointment without a commanding officer's recommendation. The letter reflects the context of the American Civil War.

Two-page autograph letter signed by Judah P. Benjamin, dated February 5, 1861, from Washington, D.C., to an unknown recipient. The letter discusses Benjamin's plans to return home and subsequently write from New Orleans or Montgomery. The date is significant, as it falls the day after Louisiana joined the Confederacy, highlighting Benjamin's concerns about potential arrest.

Cast bronze bust of General Robert E. Lee, signed "Ezekiel Roma", on a custom wood base. The bust is approximately 4" x 5", and the base is 3 3/4" tall. Created circa 1890s.

Carte-de-visite (CDV) photograph of a young man. The photograph is attributed to Bendann Brothers, located at 207 Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland. The photograph shows a young man in a formal pose against a backdrop suggesting a professional studio setting. The image shows the studio information: "207 Baltimore Street....BENDANN BROTHERS....Baltimore, Maryland". The exact date is unknown, though the image is likely from the period when the Bendann Brothers were actively operating their studio, which was before 1872. The Bendann brothers were known for their artistic approach to photography, creating elegant backgrounds for their sitters. They also developed and sold backgrounds to other studios.

Carte-de-visite (CDV) photograph depicting a bust view of Confederate General Richard S. "Baldy" Ewell. The reverse of the photograph is inscribed "Levy & Cohen...Landscape Photographers; N. W. Corner Ninth & Filbert Street." The image is one of a series taken by Levy & Cohen in Richmond, Virginia in 1865, documenting sites of historical interest during the American Civil War. This specific photograph is exceptionally rare.

Carte-de-visite (CDV) photograph of Henry Benjamin Nones, Captain, in a navy captain's uniform. The photograph shows Nones in full standing view, holding his hat. The inscription indicates he commanded the cutter "Forward" during the Mexican and Civil Wars. His actions during the Mexican War included leading the naval assault on forts on the Alvarado River and a land assault at Tabasco. The photograph was likely taken in Albany, New York, circa 1860 by Churchill & Denison.

Carte-de-visite (CDV) photograph of Judah Philip Benjamin, showing a three-quarters view of him wearing a barrister's wig and robes. The photograph is signed by Benjamin and dates from circa 1875. It depicts Benjamin after his flight to England following the defeat of the Confederacy, where he became a noted lawyer. This is a rare CDV.

Carte-de-visite (CDV) photograph of Judah Philip Benjamin. The photograph is described as "taken from life and very scarce."

Carte-de-visite (CDV) portrait photograph of Philip Phillips (December 17, 1807 - January 14, 1884), an American lawyer and politician. The photograph is attributed to E. & H. T. Anthony & Co. and was likely taken in New York, New York, sometime around 1860. Phillips served as a U.S. Representative from Alabama and was a prominent lawyer in Washington, D.C., significantly involved in political events surrounding the American Civil War. He was also the secretary of the Reformed Society of Israelites.

This item is a carte-de-visite, a popular photographic format from the late 19th century. The front features a portrait of a young man with a mustache, dressed in a dark suit and bow tie, looking slightly to the right. The reverse side is ornately designed with the business name "Bogardus & Bendann Brothers Photographic and Portrait Galleries" in decorative Victorian-style lettering, accompanied by a crest-like emblem surrounded by a sunburst design. The address "No 1153 Broadway near 27th street NEW YORK" is also prominently displayed.

A sepia-toned carte-de-visite portrait of Judah P. Benjamin, presented in a head-and-shoulders view. Benjamin is depicted with a beard and wearing a dark suit with a bow tie, facing forward with a slight smile. The item is a photograph mounted on cardstock, characteristic of the carte-de-visite format popular in the mid-19th century. The reverse side of the card contains handwritten text, including the name "Benjamin." Judah Philip Benjamin served as Attorney General, Secretary of War, and Secretary of State for the Confederate States of America. He was the first Jewish-American to hold a cabinet position in American history and is often referred to as the “brains of the Confederacy” due to his close relationship with Jefferson Davis.

A sepia-toned carte-de-visite (CDV) featuring a formal studio portrait of Francis Lieber. Lieber is depicted standing, wearing a dark suit and bow tie, with his right hand tucked into his waistcoat and his left hand resting on the back of a chair. The photograph is mounted on cardstock, typical of mid-19th century studio portraiture. The reverse side features handwritten annotations identifying the subject as "Francis Lieber" and mentioning his role as a "History Prof Col. U" and involvement "on Prep. Com. 1864 against secession." The photographer's imprint, "Rockwood, Photographer, 839 Broadway, N. Y.", is also printed on the back. 3.

Certificate documenting a donation to the Great Central Fair for the U.S. Sanitary Commission, held in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on May 28, 1864. The U.S. Sanitary Commission was a precursor to the American Red Cross, raising funds to aid Civil War soldiers.

Certificate of final payment issued to Private Leon Berkowitz of Company H, Second Regiment, Pennsylvania Cavalry Volunteers, for medical disability discharge. The certificate indicates enrollment in Philadelphia on January 2, 1862, discharge on December 13, 1862, and payment on December 15, 1862.

Issue of the Charleston Daily Courier newspaper published in Charleston, South Carolina on July 9, 1862. Pages 2 and 3 feature advertisements by Tobias, A. L.; Solomon, A. L.; Goldsmith, Moses; and Dr. P. Melvin Cohen. Dr. Cohen's advertisement promotes liver and stomach bitters. The issue also includes a letter by Judah P. Benjamin regarding the Confederacy's stance on neutral cotton.

Front page article from the Charleston Mercury newspaper, published in Charleston, South Carolina on February 1, 1861. The article praises the patriotism of South Carolina Israelites and notes that two Southern senators, Judah P. Benjamin and David Levy Yulee, are Israelites, representing a significant portion of Southern power in the Senate.

Newspaper clipping from the Charleston Mercury, published in Charleston, South Carolina on January 10, 1863. The clipping features a half-column article discussing Jews as patriots during the American Civil War. It mentions Cohen (killed near Richmond, VA), Hertz (a doctor and auctioneer), and Wineman (a merchant at 29 Hayne Street).

Civil War-era store token from Heinman's clothing store in Detroit, Michigan. The front of the token advertises a 25% discount on clothing at Heinman's, located under the Russell House. The back features an Indian Head design. The token dates from 1863.

Civil War token with the inscription "Millions for Defense" on the front and "No. 131 Division Street" on the back. Potentially dating from the 1850s, though not listed in Civil War token reference materials. The token was found in New York City (40.7130465999879, -74.0072301004255).

Civil War-era store token issued by Joseph Fishbein. The front of the token reads "GROCERIES, PROVISIONS & DRY GOODS." The back of the token lists "JOSEPH FISHBEIN," "315 WEST WATER STREET," "Milwaukee, Wisconsin." The token was likely circulated during the American Civil War (1861-1865), as indicated by the date 1/1/1863. The token's inscription provides details about Fishbein's business and location in Milwaukee.

Broadside circular issued by A.C. Myers, Acting Quartermaster General of the Confederate Army, on September 17, 1861, outlining who is and is not entitled to transportation on Confederate States of America (CSA) railroads. The 8" x 14" broadside, printed on heavier stock with pencil corrections, details regulations for soldiers, the sick and wounded, and civilians. It specifies allowances for transporting the remains of deceased soldiers and notes exceptions for officers on sick furlough and civilians. The broadside was issued from the Superintendent's Office, Central Railroad, Savannah, Georgia.

A general order, dated March 14, 1864, issued in Richmond, Virginia, during the American Civil War. The order pertains to Confederate commissaries and their reporting procedures. It is signed by Raphael Jacob Moses, a high-ranking Jewish officer in the Confederate Quartermaster's Corps, known for his efforts to curb corruption within the commissary system and his friendship with General Robert E. Lee.

Confederate States of America $1000 bond, dated December 10, 1862. The bond features a printed image of Judah P. Benjamin, who served as a Confederate Secretary of State. This financial record originates from Richmond, Virginia.

$2 Confederate States of America bank note, third series, dated June 2, 1862. The note features a portrait of Judah Philip Benjamin, Secretary of State of the Confederate States. Issued in Richmond, Virginia.

Two dollar bank note issued by the Confederate States of America on February 17, 1864, in Richmond, Virginia. The note features a printed picture of Judah P. Benjamin, a confidant of Jefferson Davis who later became Secretary of State.

Pamphlet titled "CORRESPONDENCE of the DEPARTMENT of STATE in RELATION to the BRITISH CONSULS RESIDENT in THE CONFEDERATE STATES." This first edition, published in December 1863, contains diplomatic material from Judah P. Benjamin concerning the delicate relations with Great Britain during the American Civil War.

Envelope addressed to Judah Philip Benjamin. The envelope features a patriotic design with an image related to the Confederate States of America. The date is not specified on the item.

Patriotic envelope with an allover design, published by Magnus, N.Y. The illustration depicts a troop encampment with the inscription "Camp of the 5th Pen. Cavalry near Williamsburg, Va." The 5th Pennsylvania Cavalry Regiment was organized in Philadelphia in 1861 by Colonel Max Friedman and included many Jewish soldiers. The regiment notably had the first Jewish chaplain in the U.S. military, Michael Allen, a Philadelphia Hebrew school teacher, who was later compelled to resign due to existing regulations.

Field Promotion Certificate for Union Infantryman Jonathan Van Nest to the rank of 1st Sergeant. Issued at Smith's Plantation, Louisiana on April 17, 1863, by Lt. Col. Marcus M. Spiegel. The certificate notes that Smith's Plantation was previously owned by J.J. Smith, who fled when the Union Army arrived and freed his slaves. Lt. Col. Spiegel was mortally wounded in an ambush at the Battle of Snaggy Point on May 4, 1864, succumbing to his injuries a little over a year after signing this document. It's possible the signature is that of an Adjunct signing for Spiegel.

General Order No. 1 from Headquarters, 1st Brigade, Vogeles Division; 10th Army Corps, dated June 19, 1863, issued on Folky Island, South Carolina. The order gives H. S. Putnam command. The document is signed by Joseph Abbott, a newspaper editor and described as a "notorious carpetbagger." Vogel is identified as a Jewish Civil War leader.

A one and one-quarter page broadside, General Order No. 152, issued by the United States War Department on October 6, 1862, in Washington, District of Columbia. This order permits rabbis to serve as military chaplains, reissuing General Order No. 91 of July 17, 1862.

Weekly newspaper, Volume 1, Number 9, published in Point Lookout, Maryland on January 13, 1863. Published for the benefit of the sick and wounded at Hammond General Hospital. Includes news coverage of the Civil War, including General Grant's Order Against Jews (later revoked), the Emancipation Proclamation, and a list of officers and patients at the hospital.

A handwritten military telegraph message dated June 24, 1863, from A. J. Cohen to General Williams in Alexandria, Virginia. Cohen inquires about the proposed location of General Pleasonton's headquarters. The message is written in English.

Civil War store token issued by J. B. Spitzer. The token indicates a value of "10 cents" and bears the inscription "55 Ohio Volunteer Infantry." The reverse depicts a shield with the word "Union." The token's design and inscription suggest its use during the Civil War. It is referenced in *U.S. Civil War store cards by Fuld*, page 584, nl.35a, with a rarity rating of r.8.

This legal manuscript document, dated April 1, 1863, from Columbia, SC, is a report from R.D. Burger to Col. John Phillips. It details the results of a comprehensive search for unsatisfied judgments against M. Cohen (Marx E. Cohen) and A.J. Salinas (Anthony J. Salinas) in the Charleston District and City Court records, spanning twenty years back to October 1861, as well as an examination of records in the Office of the Clerk of the Confederate Court. The report concludes that no unsatisfied judgments were found against either party. The document features an attractive court watermark. 3.

A one-page letter written by Arthur Wellington Hart in New York City on February 17, 1860, to Congressman Roger Atkinson Pryor in Washington, D.C. The letter discusses political issues, including the "Black Republicans," John Brown's Raid, and the Massachusetts Republican Beecher, Cheeves School. Hart mentions his relative, Moses Myers of Norfolk, Virginia.

Letter from Abraham Cohn to Col. L. D. Mason, military agent of New Hampshire, dated February 20, 1865, in Washington, D.C. Cohn informs Mason of his return to active duty on February 12, 1865. The letter also mentions Cohn's actions at the Battles of the Wilderness and Petersburg during the American Civil War.

Letter from Code, Hopper & Gratz, manufacturers of gas meters and apparatus in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to General H. J. Biddle in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, dated May 24, 1861. The letter discusses the completion of 20,000 canteens and offers an additional 60,000 at the same price. The letter is written on the company's illustrated billhead. Robert H. Gratz's signature appears on the letter.

Blank lettersheet with elaborate graphics, including a Union Flag in color and a depiction of a soldier on horseback. The letterhead features the text: "Head Quarters Cameron Regiment (in red)", "Dragoons (in blue)", and "Col. Max Friedman, Commander (in red)". Colonel Friedman was the first Jewish chaplain in the Union Army.

Four-page letter written in English and Judeo-German by Jeanette Elkus to her uncle, Isaac Leeser, on December 5, 1862, from Denekamp, Holland. Elkus discusses the hardships caused by the American Civil War, her family's health, and her hopes for peace. The letter is written in neat cursive, though the English grammar is somewhat clumsy. This letter is a rare surviving example of family correspondence from Europe, chronologically the last in this collection. Jeanette Elkus was the daughter of Isaac Leeser's sister Leah, who married Hirsch Elkus and settled in Denekamp.

A letter written by Joseph Harris on January 30, 1862, from Summerville, South Carolina, to Jefferson Davis, denouncing J.T. Montgomery, Captain of the Jeff Davis Flying Artillery, as a drunkard and urging Davis to force his resignation and press charges. The letter includes endorsements by Jefferson Davis (February 5, 1862) and Judah P. Benjamin (February 6, 1862).

A letter written by Judah P. Benjamin to Colin J. McRae on May 8, 1869, from London, England. Benjamin informs McRae that he has won his case against the US government, crediting the experience and ability of Mr. Benjamin, who served as one of McRae's counsels. The letter also mentions McRae's involvement with the Selma Foundry & Naval Works in Belize.

A copy of a letter, possibly created by a secretary, from Judah P. Benjamin to President James Buchanan declining an appointment as minister to Spain. Dated September 7, 1858, in New Orleans, Louisiana. The letter discusses Benjamin's financial considerations and the upcoming Louisiana state legislature's judgment on his public conduct. The letter is written on watermarked stationery featuring a shield surrounded by stars and an embossed crown.

A two-page letter written by Judah P. Benjamin to General John C. Breckinridge on May 22, 1867, in London, England. The letter discusses a post-war meeting to discuss Confederate accounts. The letter is entirely in Benjamin's hand and includes his signature.

Two-page letter written on Confederate States of America, War Department stationery from Judah P. Benjamin, Secretary of War, to John J. Pettus, Governor of Mississippi, requesting troops under the recently passed act of the Confederate Congress. Although the letter bears a printed date of 1861, the '1' has been crossed out and replaced with a '2', making the most likely date February 1, 1862. This letter is significant in the context of Mississippi's secession from the Union and the early days of the American Civil War.

A letter written by Marcus Baum to P. I. Fulson on January 30, 1857, concerning the supply of a plow. The letter, written in Baum's hand, discusses a business transaction related to agricultural equipment. The letter originates from Georgetown, South Carolina.

Four-page letter written by Moses N. Nathan on May 23, 1863, from Kingston, Jamaica, to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The letter offers insights into Nathan's views on slavery and the American Civil War, commenting on the labor force in Jamaica and the impact of the war. This is one of four letters in the collection from Nathan to Leeser.

A letter dated November 25, 1861, from Lieutenant Colonel Philip J. Joachimsen of the 59th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment to Colonel Samuel K. Zook. Joachimsen informs Zook that his regiment has been ordered to Zook's brigade and will arrive as soon as their tents are received. The letter provides insight into the logistical challenges and troop movements during the American Civil War.

A letter written under "Flag of Truce" from Richmond, Virginia to New York City, postmarked "Old Point Comfort," circa September 1, 1863. Ruby Hutzler writes to her brother, Moses, sharing family news, hopes for peace, and details about the blockade. The letter mentions Major Joe Stern, and family members Charley and Uncle Moses.

Newspaper clipping from the *Richmond Whig*, March 24, 1864, featuring a letter from S. M. Isaacs to General Butler protesting the arrest of five Jews accused of running the blockade during the American Civil War. Reprinted from the *Jewish Messenger* published in New York City. The clipping notes that Isaacs was the son of Rabbi Isaacs, founder of the BDAI.

Letter from S. W. Rosenstock & Co. in San Francisco, California, dated April 1, 1885. The letter discusses a furlough for Daniel Johnson, who was wounded in action at Fredericksburg during the American Civil War. The letter's content is related to the Civil War and the experiences of a soldier.

One-page letter written by Lt. Colonel Turner Ashby to General P.G.T. Beauregard, dated circa fall 1861-spring 1862, from Winchester, Virginia. Ashby reports on a deserter from the U.S. Cavalry and seeks Beauregard's instructions. A note by Judah P. Benjamin, then Acting Secretary of War, orders the return of the deserter's horse, saber, and pistol.

Carte-de-visite photograph depicting the ruins of the Galego Flour Mills in Richmond, Virginia, taken in 1865 by Levy & Cohen, Philadelphia photographers. This image is part of their series, "Levy & Cohen's Views of the Rebel Capital and its Environs," documenting the damage to Richmond after the American Civil War. The photograph is matted and mounted on card stock with descriptive information on the reverse.

Bound volume of *The New York Mirror*, 1833-34, containing a manuscript journal written by J. Solis-Cohen, Acting Assistant Surgeon, during the Union blockade of Savannah, Georgia, following the Battle of Port Royal (November 7, 1861). The journal includes details of prize vessels captured by the USS Florida, lists of officers, medical recipes, and sketches. The journal entries detail life aboard the USS Florida during the blockade. The book shows signs of wear consistent with its use during wartime, including some leather loss on the spine, loose leaves, and foxing. Measures 14.5" x 11".

This handwritten document contains a detailed roster of officers and a list of equipment for the 1st Regiment of New York Volunteers, dated June 2, 1861. The first section, "List of Officers," categorizes personnel by rank (e.g., Colonel, Lieutenant Colonel, Major, Adjutant, Surgeon, Paymaster) and lists line officers (Captains, 1st Lieutenants, Ensigns) by company (A-K). Philip J. Joachimsen is listed as Paymaster. The second section, "Rank & File," provides a numerical breakdown of corporals and privates per company. A "Recapitulation" summarizes the total number of personnel including Field Officers, Staff, New Commissioned Staff, Line Officers, and Privates, totaling 803. The third and fourth pages, titled "List of Equipments," enumerate various military supplies such as muskets, bayonets, cartridges, canteens, haversacks, blankets, knapsacks, sergeants' swords, and bugles, providing quantities per company and a final "Recapitulation" of all equipment. The document is written on lined paper. 3.

A reprint of a proclamation issued by Jefferson Davis, President of the Confederate States of America, declaring March 27, 1863, as a day of prayer. The reprint appeared in the New York Herald on April 4, 1863. The original proclamation was reprinted from the Richmond Enquirer on February 28, 1863. The proclamation is notable for its nondenominational nature.

This issue of "The Israelite," a newspaper published in Cincinnati, Ohio, on November 27, 1868, prominently features correspondence and articles discussing General Grant's Order No. 11. Content includes letters from Hon. I. N. Morris and Adolph Moses, along with a response from General Ulysses S. Grant himself, offering his perspective and regret regarding the controversial order that expelled Jews from various Union army departments during the Civil War. The newspaper displays a distinctive masthead with "THE ISRAELITE" rendered in a decorative font, accompanied by a small engraving.

This document is an order for payment from the U.S. Paymaster to M. B. Breitenbach, dated March 1, 1866, in Jackson, Michigan. It instructs the Paymaster to pay M. B. Breitenbach forty-six dollars, to be deducted from the money due to Lewis Arnell of Co. H, 12th Reg't Mich. Inf. upon his mustering out of the U.S. Army, for goods he purchased. The item is a pre-printed form with handwritten insertions for names, amounts, and dates, featuring blue ink for the printed text and a dark, possibly black or brown, ink for the handwritten details. The form includes a simple double-line border. 3.

A pamphlet issued by the Ordnance Office of the U.S. War Department on July 30, 1863, providing details on the administrative duties of the Ordnance Bureau. An insert indicates this pamphlet forms part of a larger work being prepared titled "Administrative Duties of the Ordnance Bureau," which will detail the duties of each division of the Ordnance Office and direct attention to rules for examining property returns. The light blue cover features a decorative double-line border and a central insignia of the Ordnance Department, which includes crossed cannons and other military symbols. Handwritten notation on the cover indicates it was received by Captain A. Mordecai in 1863.

This pamphlet, printed by C. Sherman in 1863, alleges to present intercepted instructions from Judah P. Benjamin, Confederate Secretary of State, to L.Q.C. Lamar, Confederate minister to Russia. The instructions detail resisting any treaty obligating the Confederacy to outlaw the international slave trade. Benjamin argued that this power resided with individual states, not the federal government. The pamphlet includes editorials from the National Intelligencer, a Washington D.C. newspaper, asserting the letters' authenticity and claiming the Confederacy aimed to revive the international slave trade. WorldCat lists numerous copies of this pamphlet. The authenticity of the letters is questionable and may be a hoax.

A pamphlet alleging instructions by Judah P. Benjamin regarding the secret purpose of rebellion to revive the international slave trade. Intercepted instructions to L.Q.C. Lamar are mentioned. The pamphlet, dated 1863, was printed by C. Sherman. WorldCat lists numerous copies of this pamphlet, which is likely a hoax.

Manuscript parole document issued on October 10, 1862, for John Alben of the Union Army. The document was signed by 1st Lt. and Provost Marshall N. Elcan Levy of the 7th Brigade, 2nd Division, Army of Kentucky. Alben swears an oath not to take up arms against the Confederacy. Lt. Levy was later killed in action at the Battle of the Crater in 1864.

This is an issue of Harper's Weekly, a journal of civilization, published in New York on April 4, 1863. The periodical features articles and numerous woodcut illustrations primarily depicting scenes from the American Civil War, including fortifications along the Mississippi River, military encampments, and riverine operations. The issue contains a full-page map titled "Map of the Course of the Mississippi from Bayou to Baton Rouge," which includes a plot of land owned by Judah P. Benjamin. The front page features a prominent masthead with "HARPER'S WEEKLY JOURNAL OF CIVILIZATION" and two large woodcut illustrations. 3.

A complete deck of 32 French-suited playing cards produced by John Levy. The cards feature a simple design, typical of Levy's mid-to-late 1850s work. Two cards, one heart and one diamond, bear inscriptions by William Fletcher detailing a gunfight or war-related injury on August 29th, 1862. The back of all cards share a uniform print. One card includes the logo and address of John Levy. The deck is noteworthy for its historical inscriptions related to the American Civil War. This deck is part of a larger collection documenting the evolution of the Levy family's card manufacturing business.

A print showing Judah P. Benjamin, a prominent Jewish figure and Confederate statesman, alongside Jefferson Davis, President of the Confederate States of America. The print is likely from the period of the American Civil War (1861-1865), given the context. The image's caption includes details suggesting Benjamin's role as a confidant and Secretary of State to Davis.

A reprint of a letter from General Beauregard's Assistant Adjutant-General, Thomas Jordan, to Rabbi M.I. Mechelbacker, dated September 1, 1861, declining a request for furloughs for Jewish soldiers during the High Holidays. This letter, published in the Charleston Mercury on January 27, 1863, explains the military's inability to grant leave due to the ongoing conflict. The newspaper also contains an advertisement for Isaac Eger Hertz.

A handwritten promissory note from P. Melvin Cohen to Col. F. I. Moses, dated Charleston, SC, August 2, 1860. The note states that P. Melvin Cohen promises to pay Col. F. I. Moses the sum of $46.67 (stated as "Forty Six Dollars & 67 cents") twelve months from the date, with the amount due August 2, 1861. The note also indicates "value received". The verso includes an endorsement by Moses dated December 5, 1867. The document is written on lined paper in an ornate cursive script typical of the period.

Receipt signed by Capt. Morris Crossmont of the 56th New York State Volunteers for a captured Confederate soldier from the 3rd South Carolina Cavalry. Issued in Charleston, South Carolina on May 1, 1865.

A handwritten receipt, dated March 17, 1862, in Falls Church, Virginia, acknowledging the final payment to George Reynolds. The receipt is signed by S.C. Mendell, indicating a military context. The document suggests Reynolds may have reached the rank of Major.

This document is a receipt issued to Aaron Myers on September 12, 1863, for the sum of $15.38 for hay and corn. The receipt indicates payment to the 1st Division of the Confederate States Army (CSA).

Record of the transfer of Private Dennis Preston to the Provost Marshal in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on July 12, 1864. This record is part of the papers of Dr. Isaac Israel Hayes.

A legal document dated February 18, 1864, pertaining to a requisition for rifles and cartridges. The requisition was revoked by Cohen, acting under the command of Harrison. The document includes references to Octavus L. Cohen of Savannah, Georgia, and is accompanied by its original gray unmarked envelope. The document relates to events in Florida during the American Civil War.

Chromolithograph depicting the Satterlee U.S.A. General Hospital in West Philadelphia during the American Civil War. Published in Philadelphia by James D. Gay in 1864 and lithographed and printed by Charles Magnus. The image shows the hospital's layout, surrounding encampments, and marching soldiers. The description notes that Philadelphia served as a major site for U.S. military hospitals during the Civil War, and that the Saterlee Hospital (initially called West Philadelphia General Hospital) was a 4,500-bed facility. The lithograph also includes biographical information about Dr. Isaac Israel Hayes, a surgeon who served at the hospital and who later became a prominent Arctic explorer. The provided text offers a detailed account of Dr. Hayes's life and career, highlighting his contributions to Arctic exploration, humanitarian work, and political service.

Sheet music for the song "Sung by the Nurses to the Wounded in the Hospitals," published by Sep. Winner in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 1862. The music was composed by J. H. Nones and arranged by Albert H. Bassler.

This pamphlet contains the speech delivered by Judah P. Benjamin in the United States Senate on May 22, 1860. In this speech, Benjamin, a Louisiana Senator, criticizes Senator Douglas's Popular Sovereignty doctrine. The speech is significant as an indicator of the Southern repudiation of Douglas as the Democratic Party's presidential candidate and highlights the Southern demand for guarantees protecting slavery in the Territories, regardless of popular sentiment. Benjamin also discusses Douglas's debates with Lincoln from the Illinois senatorial contest of 1858. Printed by Lemuel Towers. [np, nd. 1860]

A book containing a speech delivered to the Union League of Philadelphia, published by the Republican State Central Committee on August 31, 1869. The speech was given by Joseph A. Nunes, Col. (1818-). The book also includes some poetry by Nunes written in 1863 while he was in the army. The religious lines in the poetry do not reference Jesus. Joseph A. Nunes was the son of Abram I. Nunes (1760-1844), a founding member of the Academy of Fine Arts.

Book published in Philadelphia by Key & Biddle in 1834. Contains speeches by Irish orators Philips, Curran, and Grattan, along with Robert Emmett's appeal at his high treason trial. The book belonged to Simon Mayer, a Jewish Confederate soldier from Natchez, Mississippi, who inscribed it on February 26, 1861, noting significant dates in the secession of Mississippi and the formation of the Confederacy. Mayer served as an aide-de-camp for General Sharpe during the Civil War.

Pamphlet titled "The African slave trade: the secret purpose of the insurgents to revive it. No treaty stipulations against the slave trade to be entered into with the European powers... intercepted instructions to L.Q.C. Lamar; insures reader that the secret purpose of rebellion is to revive international slave trade." Alleged instructions by Judah P. Benjamin, possibly a hoax. Printed in 1863 by C. Sherman. WorldCat lists numerous copies.

Pamphlet alleging instructions by Judah P. Benjamin regarding the revival of the international slave trade, likely a hoax. Printed by C. Sherman in 1863. The pamphlet claims that the secret purpose of the rebellion is to reinstate the international slave trade and warns against treaty stipulations against it with European powers. WorldCat lists numerous copies of this pamphlet.

Issue of the Charleston Mercury newspaper published in Charleston, South Carolina on January 17, 1863. The newspaper contains advertisements from Samuel Hart, Jacob Cohen, and A.L. Tobias.

This is a first edition, presentation copy of *The Italian Bride*, a play in five acts written by Samuel Yates Levy for the actress Eliza Logan. Published by John M. Cooper & Co. in Savannah in 1856, this uncommon work was published for private distribution. The copy is inscribed by the author to Alfred J. J. Blois. Samuel Yates Levy (1827-1888) was a Jewish author who later served as a Confederate officer during the American Civil War. Eliza Logan (daughter of Cornelius Logan, a comic actor and playwright) was a popular actress in the antebellum South.

A collection of issues from The Jewish Messenger newspaper, published in New York, New York, between 1858 and 1862. The collection includes issues #4 (October 29, 1858), #6 (August 5, 1859), #7 (February 24, 1860 and April 6, 1860), #8 (August 12, 1860), #9 (April 5, 1861 and June 28, 1861), #10 (July 12, 1861 and November 13, 1861), #11 (January 10, 1862), and #12 (containing various issues). The collection contains a total of 84 issues and features significant content related to the American Civil War.

Newspaper clipping from The New York Herald, dated January 5, 1863, featuring the first verbatim New York City printing of General Order No. 11. This order, issued on December 17, 1862, by Major General Ulysses S. Grant, expelled all Jews from his military department. The article presents the order as a matter-of-fact war report without editorial comment. Noteworthy is that President Abraham Lincoln revoked the order on January 4, 1863, the day before this newspaper's publication. The clipping also contains news from Murfreesboro, details of the Battle of Vicksburg, a map of Vicksburg and Rebel batteries, the sinking of the Monitor, Jeb Stuart's raid on Dumfries, and reactions to the Emancipation Proclamation. Additional notes from Dr. Sarna discuss the dissemination of information surrounding the order and its revocation.

This is one of two trade cards for Jacob Weinheimer, a furniture dealer located at 49 North Salina Street in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features an illustration depicting a naval battle scene, likely a moment from the American Civil War. Admiral David Farragut, a prominent figure in the Civil War, can be seen in the scene. The back of the card is blank.

Pamphlet titled "Vaterland und Freiheit. Predigt bei der Reinerungsfeier des Verstorbenen; Präsidenten, Abraham Lincoln am 1 Juni 1865" in German and English. The English title translates to "Fatherland and Freedom, A Sermon; Delivered on the Day Designated by Pres. Johnson for Services in Memory of the; Martyred President Abraham Lincoln, June 1st, 1865." First edition printed in Baltimore by W. Polmer in 1865. The pamphlet is in its original wrappers. Published in Baltimore, Maryland. Author is Benjamin Szold.

Watercolor painting of Fort Delaware, Delaware, created by Max Neugas, a Jewish Confederate prisoner of war, in 1865. The watercolor, measuring 5 x 8 inches, depicts scenes from the fort. The reverse of the piece is inscribed with information regarding its provenance.

Watercolor painting by Max Neugas, a Jewish Confederate prisoner of war, depicting a scene at Fort Delaware during the American Civil War (1861-1865). Executed in watercolor and pen and ink on paper, measuring 5 x 8 inches. The watercolor is inscribed on the reverse: "Given to my father by Uncle Ben... P. on his return from imprisonment in 1865. B. Craig Patterson (Drawn by a prisoner)". This piece is one of two watercolors by Neugas from his imprisonment at Fort Delaware from 1863 to 1865. Neugas, born in Germany circa 1836, was a Confederate soldier and artist who, after the war, moved to New York and became a professional artist. The description also includes biographical information about David Mayer and Henry Hirsch, prominent Jewish Confederate soldiers.