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Guide to the Franz Sigel Papers
1806-1930 (bulk 1848-1880)
MS 565
Descriptive Summary
Creator:
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Sigel, Franz, 1824-1902 |
Creator:
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United States. President (1861-1865 : Lincoln) |
Title: |
Franz Sigel papers |
Dates [inclusive]: |
1806-1930 (bulk 1848-1880) |
Abstract: |
Franz Sigel was a German American general during the American Civil War who was enormously
popular with German immigrants. His papers include correspondence, including correspondence
from President Abraham Lincoln; military materials, which includes battle orders and
maps; and other personal writings and ephemera. Many of the materials in this collection
are in German. Portions of this collection relating to the Civil War have been digitized
and are available to on-site researchers and to users affiliated with subscribing
institutions via EBSCOhost.
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Quantity: |
3.2 Linear Feet in 8 boxes and 1 oversize tube |
Call Phrase: |
MS 565 |