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2 finding aid(s) found containing the word(s) West (U.S.)--History, Military--19th century.

  1. Julius W. Becton papers, 1780-2008

    69,300 items. 198 containers plus 8 oversize and 21 classified. 79.2 linear feet. -- Manuscript Division, Library of Congress, Washington, D.C.

    Summary:

    Army officer, federal agency head, university president, public school superintendent. Correspondence, speeches, writings, military and civilian government documents, topical files, reports, printed matter, monographs, and miscellaneous material documenting Becton's army career, leadership of federal agencies, college presidency, and superintendency of a large, urban public school system.

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  2. James S. Brisbin papers, 1861-1957

    115 items. 1 container plus 1 oversize. 1.55 linear feet. -- Manuscript Division, Library of Congress, Washington, D.C.

    Summary:

    Union army officer and author. Correspondence, maps, military records, and biographical materials related to Brisbin's Civil War service.