Subject: Military History

This is a working copy of the first edition of *A Military and Topographical Atlas of the United States*, printed by G. Palmer in Philadelphia in 1813. This copy belonged to Mordecai Myers, a captain in the 13th Infantry during the War of 1812, and contains numerous annotations in pencil and ink, primarily within the register of the army. The book originally included eight large fold-out maps, but this copy is missing all of them. It also contains a bookplate from the Library of Congress noting the missing maps, as well as several inscriptions from Myers' ownership and subsequent family members.

An admission ticket to the Schwabe National Galleries of Fallen Heroes in Boston, Massachusetts, dated 1868. The 3 x 5 inch ticket, printed in red on white card stock, is signed by the proprietor, L. B. Schwabe, and admits Mrs. Wm. Haley and daughters. The verso includes the handwritten notation "$5.00 not transferable."

This handwritten letter, issued from the Acting Assistant Adjutant General's Office of the Second Division, Sixth Corps, is dated May 1, 1865, from Danville, VA. Signed by Charles Mundee, Acting Assistant Adjutant General, it is a circular requesting contributions from officers and soldiers for a historical publication about the 2nd Division, 6th Corps. The letter seeks to document the division's movements, proceedings, works, marches, and engagements, as well as anecdotes, incidents, comrades, participation in actions, wounds, promotions, and observations on the march and battlefield. The letter features formal, handwritten script and an official printed letterhead. 3.

This four-page letter from Herman Hamburger to his friend John Pugh Green, dated September 24, 1862, discusses Hamburger's experiences and perspectives during the Civil War. Written on a printed advertising circular for Hamburger's Philadelphia law practice, the letter expresses his envy of Green's military position, his admiration for General McClellan, and his complex, somewhat conflicted views on President Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation. The letterhead features ornate Victorian-style lettering for "HERMAN HAMBURGER, ATTORNEY AT LAW," along with the "LAW AND COLLECTION OFFICE" and address. **3.

Three-page letter written by Abraham Minis in Savannah, Georgia, on April 22, 1852, to Dr. Joshua I. Cohen in Baltimore, Maryland. The letter details the authors' unsuccessful search for records of Jewish soldiers who fought in the American Revolution, discusses family matters, and includes an invitation for Dr. Cohen to visit.

This 11-page manuscript details the accomplishments of Captain Fernand Bravo de Lagunas and his ancestors, including Pedro Arias de Ávila, to support a petition for his promotion. It recounts significant historical events such as the founding of Panama and Portobelo, the discovery of Peru, military service in Chile, encounters with indigenous groups (Chiriguan Indians), and defense against pirates, notably Francisco Draque. The document is handwritten in a historical cursive script, featuring decorative flourishes and an ornate initial letter at the beginning. **3.

This item is a map depicting the states of North Carolina, South Carolina, and Florida, published by S. Augustus Mitchell, Jr. in 1865. The map was originally copyrighted in 1860. It features colored county delineations and an ornate border design, typical of cartography from the period. An inset map of Charleston Harbor is included. The map provides an early depiction of Fort Myers, Florida, with accompanying text highlighting its historical context, including its construction on the ruins of Fort Harvie, its naming after Brevet Colonel Abraham Charles Myers (quartermaster for the Army's Department of Florida), its abandonment in 1858 at the end of the Third Seminole War, and its distinction as the only U.S. fort named after a Jew.

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.

This book, published in Charleston in 1836, provides a firsthand account of the Seminole Wars by Myer M. Cohen, a lawyer and South Carolina legislator who served as an officer in the South Carolina volunteers. The book includes a frontispiece portrait of Osceola, considered the first published portrait based on life, and a folding map of Florida. Cohen's narrative details events at St. Augustine, Camp McCrea, Volusia, Tampa, Peas Creek, and Charlotte Harbor, offering insights into the campaign's eventual failure and providing information on Florida and its native population. The book is considered a valuable source for names of plantations, their owners, and participants in the campaign.

Report of the Committee on Military concerning the petition of Major Abraham A. Massias, presented to the 22nd Congress, 1st Session on December 12, 1832. This 18-page document details Massias' military activities in Florida during the War of 1812, including his actions as Captain of the 1st Rifle Regiment. The report provides accounts of his engagements against British forces, Native Americans, and Black soldiers. Massias's brave actions during the Florida War of 1815, particularly his unconventional tactics at the Battle of Battle Hammock, are highlighted.

Congressional Record, 22nd Congress, 1st Session, "Report of the Committee on Military, To Whom Was Referred The Petition Of Major Abraham A. Massias." Dated December 12, 1832. This 18-page document chronicles the military activities of Major Abraham A. Massias in Florida during the War of 1812, detailing his service as a Captain in the 1st Rifle Regiment. The report includes accounts of his actions against Royal Marines, Native Americans, and Black soldiers. It also mentions Massias's role in lowering the American flag at Fort San Carlos and his subsequent actions at the Battle of Hammock. The document provides valuable insights into Massias's military career and the events of the War of 1812 in Florida.

This Royal Warrant, issued from St. James's, London, on November 3, 1763, is a payment order signed by King George III. It directs Henry Lord Holland, Paymaster General of Guards, Garrisons & Land Forces, to pay the sum of £626 5 shillings and 4 pence to the representatives of Sir James Colebrooke, Sir George Colebrooke Baronet, Arnold Nesbitt, and Moses Franks Esq. This payment is to discharge a debt for provisions and financial support they provided to royal forces in New York during the French and Indian War. The document features the signature "George R[ex]" in brown ink and is countersigned by George Grenville, Sir John Turner, and Thomas Orby Hunter. Arnold Nesbitt and Moses Franks have also signed the document on the verso, likely acknowledging receipt of funds. The warrant is housed in a custom presentation folder which includes an engraving of George III. The document itself shows flattened folds, light edge toning and chipping, and foxing throughout, with some tape and mounting residue on the verso.