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Found in 5 Collections and/or records:

 Collection

Blair Family Papers

Identifier: MSS12930
Abstract

Prominent family in nineteenth century national politics. Correspondence, speeches and writings, legal files, financial records, historical research files, printed matter, and estate records documenting principally the careers of Francis Preston Blair, journalist and presidential advisor, Frank P. Blair, soldier and politician, and Montgomery Blair, lawyer and cabinet officer.

Dates 1755-1968; Majority of material found within 1829-1892
 Collection

Daniel Carroll Papers

Identifier: MSS15206
Abstract

Landowner and businessman. Correspondence, financial and legal records, plat surveys, and newspaper clippings pertaining to Carroll's business interests and real estate holdings in Washington, D.C., and Baltimore, Md.

Dates 1662-1920; Majority of material found within 1791-1868
 Collection

Carroll Family Papers

Identifier: MSS86613
Abstract

Maryland family of landowners, planters, and politicians. Correspondence, financial records, indentures, land documents, and other papers concerning the personal and business activities of the Carroll family. Primarily letters received by Charles Carroll (1801-1862) with some correspondence of his grandfather, Charles Carroll (1737-1832), his father, Charles Carroll (1775-1825), his wife, Mary Digges Lee Carroll (circa 1799-1859), and other family members.

Dates 1686-1897; Majority of material found within 1772-1838
 Collection

James McHenry Papers

Identifier: MSS32177
Abstract

United States secretary of war, member of the Continental Congress from Maryland, Continental Army officer, and physician. Correspondence, financial records, diary, and other papers relating to McHenry's service as United States secretary of war in the administrations of George Washington and John Adams; and as a Continental Army officer, particularly as secretary to George Washington and on the staff of the Marquis de Lafayette.

Dates 1775-1862; Majority of material found within 1775-1816
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George Washington Papers

Identifier: MSS44693
Abstract

United States president, United States Army officer, and patriot. Correspondence, letterbooks, diaries, accounts, military papers, and other papers documenting Washington's relations with the Continental Congress, his command of the Continental Army, his presidency, and other aspects of his career.

Dates 1592-1943; Majority of material found within 1748-1799