Subject: United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865

Abstract of furniture supplied to Frank Marx Etting. Signed by U.S. Paymaster N. Brinton. This government record documents the supply of furniture during the American Civil War, with details referencing Baltimore, Maryland; Washington, D.C.; and Louisville, Kentucky. Dated August 20, 1861; January 17, 1863; and September 30, 1863.

This document is the Annual Report of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution from the 37th Congress, 2nd Session (1861-1862). It includes, on pages 149-160, a lecture by Dr. Isaac Israel Hayes titled "Arctic Explorations." The lecture summarizes Hayes's 1860-1861 expedition to the Smith Sound region, including his wintering at Port Foulke in Northwest Greenland and a trip to Grinnell Land. Hayes's earlier involvement as a surgeon in the Second Grinnell Arctic Expedition (1853-1855) is also mentioned. The provided description further details Hayes's background, his ambition to explore the Arctic, his privately funded voyage, his claims of reaching a farthest north and encountering the Open Polar Sea, and the influence of his experiences and knowledge on subsequent Arctic exploration. It also notes his contributions to humanitarian and social causes during the Civil War and his political career in New York State. The book draws upon family papers, diaries from Hayes's expeditions, and unpublished primary sources.

Carte-de-visite (CDV) photograph of 1st Lt. Henry Tyler of the 187th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment. The reverse of the photograph displays an advertisement for Israel & Co., located at 125 Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland. The photograph is undated.

Carte-de-visite photograph of Libby Prison in Richmond, Virginia. The photograph was entered according to the Act of Congress in 1863 by C. Levy. Levy partnered with Cohen in 1865 and produced Civil War scenes. Undated.

Carte-de-visite (CDV) photograph depicting two Confederate flags and a Confederate States of America (CSA) drum. The verso displays a full advertisement for Vannerson & Levy, photographers, located at 737 Main Street, Richmond, Virginia (two doors above the Spotswood Hotel). Undated, likely taken during or shortly after the American Civil War.

Carte-de-visite photograph depicting a view of the Executive Mansion in Richmond, Virginia. The image shows Governor Pierpont, Treasurer W.W. Weng, W.D. Massey (Postmaster of Alexandria), and Colonel Hart of the Governor's staff. The photograph, taken by Levy & Cohen, includes a revenue stamp and was likely taken in the summer of 1865 following the end of the Civil War. This is one of approximately 33 images taken by Levy & Cohen during a trip to Richmond.

A Civil War-era button inscribed with "HERMAN COHN BROOKLYN NY" on the reverse. The button dates to approximately January 1, 1863. The button's location is noted as Brooklyn, New York.

A Civil War-era button with "HERMAN COHN BROOKLYN NY" inscribed on the back. The button dates from approximately January 1, 1863. The geographic location is Brooklyn, New York.

Civil War store token featuring an Indian Head Penny (1863) on the obverse and "Dry Goods 280 Main Street" on the reverse. Issued during the Civil War when metallic coins were scarce, necessitating the use of privately issued tokens to facilitate trade. Many such tokens depicted patriotic imagery. The irresponsible issuance of these tokens led Congress to pass an act in 1864 prohibiting private individuals from issuing currency. The token is described as having a rarity rating of R3, according to the Fuld system of Civil War tokens. The token's geographic location is indicated by the address '280 Main Street'.

Brass Civil War store token from J. Gottlieb Clothier in Hillsdale, Michigan. The front of the token features the inscription "J. GOTTLIEB CLOTHIER; EAGLE & A. GLEASON MANUFACTR. HILLSDALE, MICH." The back indicates that Gleason was the die sinker. This token is part of the Fuld collection of U.S. Civil War cards (450F.3B), and is categorized as rarity R8. Date of issue is estimated to be around 1863.

Issue of Frank Leslie's Illustrated Newspaper published in New York, New York on April 5, 1862. This issue contains a lengthy obituary, notes on the War of 1812, details about a two-year period as a prisoner of war, the purchase of Monticello, the abolishment of flogging, the gift of a Jefferson statue to Congress, and a review of the recently published "Manual of Rules and Regulations for Ships of War."

General Order #22 from the Mare Island Navy Yard, dated October 17, 1863, details the court martial of David M. Cohen for issuing a challenge to E.A. Selfridge, the clerk of the commandant. The order outlines the proceedings and Cohen's sentence of reprimand by the Secretary of the Navy. This legal document originates from Mare Island, California.

General Order #91 from U.S. Headquarters on Morris Island, South Carolina, dated December 13, 1863, details the court martial of Private Alfred Levy of the Independent Battalion of New York Volunteers. The order was issued by General Alfred Terry. Levy was charged with desertion but acquitted. The document includes details of the charges, the court proceedings, and the verdict.

Single-page circular General Order No. 15, issued by the War Department in Washington, D.C., on January 19, 1863. The order dismisses Assistant Surgeon A. J. Baxter from the U.S. Army and revokes the muster-out of Additional Paymaster Joseph A. Nunes. The order was received at the Brigade on January 31, 1863. The circular measures approximately 5" x 7 1/2".

Hand-colored lithograph depicting Carver Barracks, Meridian Hill, Washington, D.C. The lithograph shows barracks, tents, a flag, soldiers, and trees. It includes the names of several regiments and commanding officers: 1st Brigade, Casey's Division U.S. Army; 104th Regt. Pa. Vols. (Col. W.W.H. Davis); 11th Maine Vols. (Col. John C. Caldwell); 56th N.Y. State Vols. (Col. C.H. Vanwyck); 52nd Penna. Volunteers (Col. John C. Dodge, Jr.). Published in Philadelphia by Rosenthal's Litho., 501 Chestnut St., in 1862. The lithograph measures 8" x 11-3/4". It shows signs of age, including tanning, spotting, old folds, and light wear. One short archival tape repair is present on the verso. Published by L.N. Rosenthal Lithographic Company. This item is not located in OCLC or the Library of Congress.

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.

A single-page letter written by David Levy Yulee to C.G. Memminger, Secretary of the Treasury for the Confederate States, on March 26, 1861, from Fernandina, Florida. Yulee recommends Felix Livingston, Collector of Customs, for retention in his post. The letter is endorsed on the reverse by Memminger.

A four-page letter written by Marcellus Ovando Messer to his parents in Warren, Ohio, from near Atlanta, Georgia, on September 29, 1864. Messer, a sergeant in Company C, 19th Ohio Volunteer Infantry, describes a dress drill and review attended by Colonel Frederick Knefler, his commanding officer. The letter provides details of the event and mentions army pay, the upcoming election, and the condition of his fellow soldiers. The letter is faded but the text has been enhanced digitally.

A one-page letter dated October 8, 1858, written and signed by Morgan L. Smith (1822-1874), a Civil War brigadier general, to Major Alfred Mordecai at the Watertown Arsenal. The letter details armament for the fortifications at Fort Schuyler. Major Alfred Mordecai (1804-1887) was a distinguished military officer who served at West Point, oversaw fort construction, commanded the Washington Arsenal, and made significant contributions to military technology. He served in the Mexican War, observed the Crimean War, and authored important works on military ordinance. He notably retired from the U.S. Army in 1861 to avoid fighting in the Civil War.

A letter dated August 26, 1861, written from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, by an individual named Tom to his sister. The letter discusses the Civil War, including the mobilization of troops and the commissioning of Lyon Levy Emanuel as a Second Lieutenant in Colonel Williams' regiment. The writer also mentions a ship launch and other family news.

Carte-de-visite photograph of the Confederate Treasury Building (now National Bank of Virginia) in Richmond, Virginia, taken by Levy & Cohen in 1865. This image is part of a series documenting the damage to the Confederate capital after the American Civil War. The photograph is matted and mounted on card stock with an informational panel on the back. The image is exceptionally rare; only approximately 20 different views from this series are known to have been sold commercially.

Newspaper clipping from the New York Times, November 30, 1868, featuring a series of three reprinted letters from the Israelite regarding General Grant's Order No. 11. The letters include correspondence between Rabbi Adolph Moses and General Grant (September 3, 1868), Grant's response to Senator Morris (September 14, 1868), and Morris's transmission of the letters to Isaac Mayer Wise (November 15, 1868), prior to their publication.

Issue of the New-York American newspaper, published in New York, New York, on December 11, 1841. This issue includes a mention of 1st Lieutenant Levi C. Harby's appointment to the Revenue boat at St. Mary's, Georgia.

Letter written on patriotic stationery measuring 9.125 x 11.5 inches (when folded). The stationery features oval portraits of U.S. Presidents from George Washington to the newly elected Abraham Lincoln (depicted beardless). Published in New York, NY and sold by Lange & Kronfeld, 201 William St., circa 1861. The stationery was produced and sold during Lincoln's first year in office.

Printed form, 'Return of Clothing,' filled out by Captain Isaac Schroeder on December 22, 1864. Lists the names Kerschner, Lewis; Neiman, Lewis; and Selig, Herman among others. The form is a government record from Pennsylvania.

This is the first commercially published edition of "Rules and Regulations for Men of War," originally published gratis several years prior. The request for this commercial edition was prompted by the Civil War. The book contains 70 pages and no advertisements. Published in 1861. Dimensions: 4" x 6". At least two subsequent editions exist.

First commercial edition of "Rules and Regulations for Men of War," published in 1862. This edition followed a previous gratis publication, and its commercial release was prompted by the Civil War. At least two subsequent editions exist.

First edition of "Rules and Regulations for Men of War." Published in 1861. This copy came from the Universal Movies Research Library, acquired in 1946. The book's publication was prompted by the Civil War; at least two later editions exist. The description also notes that the author had previously published this material gratis several years prior.

Second edition of *Rules and Regulations for Men of War*, by Uriah P. Levy. Published in 1861 in response to the American Civil War. This edition follows a previous edition published gratis several years earlier. The book was put into commercial use due to the demands of the Civil War. There is at least one subsequent edition.

A .36 caliber Savage Percussion Navy Revolver with a 7.125" barrel and serial number 1380. The revolver features a blued and color case-hardened finish, walnut grips, and side plate numbered 1380. Assembly number 613 is present on the frame, under the barrel, and inside both grips. The cylinder has assembly number 589. Standard three-line address and patent markings are on the top strap. The revolver shows sub-inspection markings. Approximately 20,000 of these revolvers were produced in the early 1860s, with 11,984 acquired by the U.S. government for the Civil War. This specific revolver is a Savage & North model 1861 Navy ball and cap proto-double action revolver. Designed by Henry North and Edward Savage in 1860, production ran from 1861 to 1862 by the Savage Revolving Firearm Company, which produced only 23,000 pistols before closing. It features a rare proto-double action system with a second trigger that cocks the hammer. The revolver has a 7" octagonal barrel, a six-shot cylinder, double trigger system, walnut grips, and an attached loading lever. It saw limited use by Union and Confederate regiments.

Manuscript field order issued by Major General Jacob Dolson Cox, commanding the 23rd Army Corps, on May 7, 1865, from Greensboro, North Carolina. Written and signed by Cox's Assistant Adjutant General, Lieutenant Colonel Theodore Cox, it directs division commanders to turn over all pack animals to the Chief Quartermaster. The order includes facsimile signatures of L. A. Gratz and J. H. Stevenson. The document is written on a single-page letter sheet and features manuscript docketing on the reverse.

Newspaper issue of *The Congressional Globe* from January 5, 1863, published in Washington, D.C. This issue contains a report on the reading of the “Jew Order” in its entirety to the Senate, and a report by Captain Lovell detailing the expulsion of Jews from Paducah, Kentucky. A subsequent resolution declared General Grant's order illegal, urging President Lincoln to revoke it.

Broadside explaining the requisition procedure for supplies in the Union Army. Issued by Philp & Solomons, a Washington D.C. bookstore, circa 1861-1865. The verso includes addresses of officers and an advertisement for Philp & Solomons Metropolitan Bookstore.