Letter: Abraham Lincoln to Unknown, re: Thomas Smith, Fifth Auditor of Treasury, 1862 October 8
Scope and Contents
This series features correspondence written by Abraham Lincoln that covers a variety of different subjects, but primarily focuses on slavery, abolition, and the political atmosphere before and during the Civil War. The letters offer a glimpse into a tumultuous era that saw sectional tensions grow. This correspondence spans from 1852 to 1865; thus, scholars of the Civil War and American politics would find this collection most valuable. The series also includes ephemeral pieces such as a check signed by Lincoln and his calling card. It is arranged chronologically by date in ascending order.
Dates
- 1768 - 1992
Extent
From the Collection: 2.8 Cubic Feet
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Creator
- From the Collection: Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865 (Person)
- From the Collection: Lincoln, Mary Todd, 1818-1882 (Person)
- From the Collection: Lincoln, Robert Todd, 1843-1926 (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the The Frank and Virginia Williams Collection of Lincolniana Repository
P.O. Box 5408
Mississippi State Mississippi 39762-5408 United States