In large binder, one letter with reference to Lincoln's assassination dated April 16, 1865, another talks about a soldier who lost an arm at Gettysburg, a civil war letter written in German with translation, many with typed full or partial transcriptions, some written content narratives or comments, many with colorful patriotic letterhead, together with a death claim letter, a quartermaster document, a slave tax receipt, 2 Crimean war letters, and several bookplates / maps.

The letters in varying sizes, some in multiple pages, 15+ accompanied by their original transmittal cover, varied subject matter, binder measures 15x12.5in., in generally good condition with expected wear and varying degrees of issues given age and use.

Provenance: Part of a civil war collection of a Sullivan County, NY gentleman 90 years young. The collection spans 50 years and was acquired from shows, dealers and private collections throughout the east coast and midwest.