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Letter: Abraham Lincoln to Unknown concerning Quartermaster Meigs, 1863 May 6

 Item — Box: 1, Folder: 50

Scope and Contents

From the Series:

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

Note

This is a Joseph Cosey forgery of Abtaham Lincoln's signature and writing.

Creator

Repository Details

Part of the The Frank and Virginia Williams Collection of Lincolniana Repository

Contact:
P.O. Box 5408
Mississippi State Mississippi 39762-5408 United States