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Formal title:: William H. Brooks Family Papers
Extent:: 56 items
Date range:: 1861-1865
Abstract:: The William H. Brooks Family Papers consist almost exclusively of correspondence from the period 1861-1865. While most of the letters are primarily concerned with family matters and relationships, some portion of the content relates the military activities of William H. Brooks and Jesse S. Comac, who enlisted in the Union Army at the rank of private early in the war. Camp life and battle scenes are described.
Repository:: John Hay Library
Collection call no:: Ms.Brooks

Formal title:: Elmer Ephraim Ellsworth Papers
Extent:: 1.0 linear foot
Date range:: 1854-1861
Abstract:: The Elmer Ephraim Ellsworth Papers, covering the period 1854-1861, consist of correspondence, a journal fragment, drafts of his writings, and sketches concerning Ellsworth's involvement with the Illinois Militia, the United States Zouave Cadets, and the New York Fire Zouaves, along with memorabilia about Ellsworth and his military career that was produced some time after his death.
Repository:: John Hay Library
Collection call no:: Ms.Ellsworth

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