Archer, Edward R., fl. 1830-1917 to Samuel J. Harrison

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GLC01896.057
GLC#
GLC01896.057-View header record
Type
Letters
Date
1863/08/25
Author/Creator
Archer, Edward R., fl. 1830-1917
Title
to Samuel J. Harrison
Place Written
Richmond, Virginia
Pagination
1 p. : docket Height: 26 cm, Width: 20 cm
Primary time period
Civil War and Reconstruction, 1861-1877
Sub-Era
The American Civil War

Application for the position of Chief Engineer "on board the steamer to be commanded by Captain Dacey Va Volunteer Navy." Lists qualifications, former service record, and references enclosed testimonials of his qualifications. Docket on verso: "Application for Appointment in the Vol. Navy Aug 25th/63". Harrison was president of the Virginia Volunteer Navy Company. Marked "copy" in upper left hand corner.

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