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Ralph Lete to Robert E. Lee, 1866-02-01
Item — Box 7A, Folder: 36
Scope and Contents
Ralph Lete wrote to Robert E. Lee on February 1, 1866 from Ironton, Ohio. He wrote to express his admiration for Lee, as well as to request a course catalog of Washington College for his son to potentially attend the school.
Dates:
1866-02-01
Rathmell Wilson to Robert E. Lee, 1866-03-12
Item — Box 7A, Folder: 45
Scope and Contents
This letter was written by Rathmell Wilson from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on March 12, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Wilson writes the letter as a follow up to his previous correspondence with Lee regarding the donation of Thomas B. Wilson's library to Washington College. Wilson inquires whether the boxes of books arrived as planned. He also indicates that he wishes to donate further books in his possession to Washington College on the stipulation that the donated books be cared for, retain Thomas...
Dates:
1866-03-12
Rathmell Wilson to Robert E. Lee, 1866-02-06
Item — Box 7A, Folder: 37
Scope and Contents
This letter was written by Rathwell Wilson in Philidelphia, Pennsylvania on February 6, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Wilson explains that he has recently inherited of a scientific library of books from his late brother, Thomas B. Wilson. He expresses his desire to donate a large portion it to various southern institutions of higher learning. He goes on to express his desire for Washington College to be one of the institutions to benefit from his donation. Included in the letter is a...
Dates:
1866-02-06
Receipt for Articles for Fort Hudson, NY, 1841-06-30
Item — Box 5: [Barcode: 0000003979], Folder: 9
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
This collection contains primary and secondary resources pertaining to Robert E. Lee and the Lee family. Included are correspondences from, to, and about Lee and various family members; memorabilia, pamphlets, photographs, reminiscences, miscellaneous personal papers, family history and genealogy. The collection includes materials acquired from the Lee family and items donated to and purchased and compiled by W&L University since Lee's tenure as president of Washington College from 1865...
Dates:
1841-06-30
Receipt for Articles for Improvement of Mississippi River, 1838-06-12
Item — Box 5: [Barcode: 0000003979], Folder: 5
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
This collection contains primary and secondary resources pertaining to Robert E. Lee and the Lee family. Included are correspondences from, to, and about Lee and various family members; memorabilia, pamphlets, photographs, reminiscences, miscellaneous personal papers, family history and genealogy. The collection includes materials acquired from the Lee family and items donated to and purchased and compiled by W&L University since Lee's tenure as president of Washington College from 1865...
Dates:
1838-06-12
Receipt for Articles for St. Louis Harbor, 1838-07-21
Item — Box 5: [Barcode: 0000003979], Folder: 6
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
This collection contains primary and secondary resources pertaining to Robert E. Lee and the Lee family. Included are correspondences from, to, and about Lee and various family members; memorabilia, pamphlets, photographs, reminiscences, miscellaneous personal papers, family history and genealogy. The collection includes materials acquired from the Lee family and items donated to and purchased and compiled by W&L University since Lee's tenure as president of Washington College from 1865...
Dates:
1838-07-21
Receipt for Services for St. Louis Harbor, 1838-03-31
Item — Box 5: [Barcode: 0000003979], Folder: 2
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
This collection contains primary and secondary resources pertaining to Robert E. Lee and the Lee family. Included are correspondences from, to, and about Lee and various family members; memorabilia, pamphlets, photographs, reminiscences, miscellaneous personal papers, family history and genealogy. The collection includes materials acquired from the Lee family and items donated to and purchased and compiled by W&L University since Lee's tenure as president of Washington College from 1865...
Dates:
1838-03-31
Receipt of Articles for Improvement of the Mississippi River, 1839-04-14
Item — Box 5: [Barcode: 0000003979], Folder: 8
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
This collection contains primary and secondary resources pertaining to Robert E. Lee and the Lee family. Included are correspondences from, to, and about Lee and various family members; memorabilia, pamphlets, photographs, reminiscences, miscellaneous personal papers, family history and genealogy. The collection includes materials acquired from the Lee family and items donated to and purchased and compiled by W&L University since Lee's tenure as president of Washington College from 1865...
Dates:
1839-04-14
Receipt of Articles for St. Louis Harbor, 1838-05-31
Item — Box 5: [Barcode: 0000003979], Folder: 4
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
This collection contains primary and secondary resources pertaining to Robert E. Lee and the Lee family. Included are correspondences from, to, and about Lee and various family members; memorabilia, pamphlets, photographs, reminiscences, miscellaneous personal papers, family history and genealogy. The collection includes materials acquired from the Lee family and items donated to and purchased and compiled by W&L University since Lee's tenure as president of Washington College from 1865...
Dates:
1838-05-31
Refund Authorized to G. R. C. Cinnamond, 1867-02-21
Item — Box 5: [Barcode: 0000003979], Folder: 40
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
This collection contains primary and secondary resources pertaining to Robert E. Lee and the Lee family. Included are correspondences from, to, and about Lee and various family members; memorabilia, pamphlets, photographs, reminiscences, miscellaneous personal papers, family history and genealogy. The collection includes materials acquired from the Lee family and items donated to and purchased and compiled by W&L University since Lee's tenure as president of Washington College from 1865...
Dates:
translation missing: en.enumerations.date_label.Creation: 1867-02-21
Refund Receipt for E. B. , 1868-10-30
Item — Box 5: [Barcode: 0000003979], Folder: 41
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
This collection contains primary and secondary resources pertaining to Robert E. Lee and the Lee family. Included are correspondences from, to, and about Lee and various family members; memorabilia, pamphlets, photographs, reminiscences, miscellaneous personal papers, family history and genealogy. The collection includes materials acquired from the Lee family and items donated to and purchased and compiled by W&L University since Lee's tenure as president of Washington College from 1865...
Dates:
1868-10-30
Restoration of US Citizenship, 1975-01-14
Collection — Box 5: [Barcode: 0000003979], Folder: 54
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
This collection contains primary and secondary resources pertaining to Robert E. Lee and the Lee family. Included are correspondences from, to, and about Lee and various family members; memorabilia, pamphlets, photographs, reminiscences, miscellaneous personal papers, family history and genealogy. The collection includes materials acquired from the Lee family and items donated to and purchased and compiled by W&L University since Lee's tenure as president of Washington College from 1865...
Dates:
1975-01-14
Robert E. Lee Jr. to Robert E. Lee, 1866-02-19
Item — Box 7A, Folder: 40
Scope and Contents
This letter is written by Robert E. Lee Jr. on February 19, 1866 to his father, Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Robert E. Lee Jr. expresses to his father that he was happy to hear from him and his mother recently. He goes on to ask advice from his father regarding the mill he now operates. He explains the situation of some mechanical problems witht he mill and dam, and asks his father to provide advice on the course of action to take and how to apply the repairs effectively.
Dates:
1866-02-19
Robert E. Lee to A. L. Long, 1862-04-19
File — Box 1: [Barcode: 0000003921], Folder: 55
Abstract
Robert E. Lee offers Long an appointment to be his secretary upon Senate confirmation and Long's acceptance.
Dates:
1862-04-19
Robert E. Lee to Ambrose Everett Burnside, 1862-12-19
File — Box 1: [Barcode: 0000003921], Folder: 70
Abstract
Robert E. Lee discusses a private who was captured and will be tried as a spy.
Dates:
1862-12-19
Robert E. Lee to Annie Carter Lee, 1848-02-29
File — Box 1: [Barcode: 0000003921], Folder: 10
Abstract
Details the transition from winter to spring in Mexico City. Compares the cats in Mexico City to those in his own home.
Dates:
1848-02-29
Robert E. Lee to Armistead L. Long, 1864-04-16
File — Box 2: [Barcode: 0000003974], Folder: 86
Abstract
General Lee expresses that the artillery of the 2nd Corps should advance to the front.
Dates:
1864-04-16
Robert E. Lee to Blair Robertson, 1864-04-30
File — Box 2: [Barcode: 0000003974], Folder: 91
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
This collection contains primary and secondary resources pertaining to Robert E. Lee and the Lee family. Included are correspondences from, to, and about Lee and various family members; memorabilia, pamphlets, photographs, reminiscences, miscellaneous personal papers, family history and genealogy. The collection includes materials acquired from the Lee family and items donated to and purchased and compiled by W&L University since Lee's tenure as president of Washington College from 1865...
Dates:
translation missing: en.enumerations.date_label.Creation: 1864-04-30
Robert E. Lee to Captain W. A. Eliason, 1837-04-11
File — Box 1: [Barcode: 0000003921], Folder: 3
Abstract
Letter regarding a contract for the construction of a steam boat and engine.
Dates:
1837-04-11
Robert E. Lee to Charles Carter Lee, 1862-03-14
File — Box 1: [Barcode: 0000003921], Folder: 53
Abstract
Robert E. Lee updates his brother on his current professional commitment and expresses insecurity in his ability to fulfill his role properly.
Dates:
1862-03-14
Robert E. Lee to Charles Carter Lee, 1864-02-20
File — Box 2: [Barcode: 0000003974], Folder: 83
Abstract
Robert E. Lee discusses the need for crops and bacon to feed the troops and discusses the death of his daughter-in-law Charlotte. Mentions other family matters and personal updates.
Dates:
1864-02-20
Robert E. Lee to Charles Carter Lee, 1864-08-12
File — Box 2: [Barcode: 0000003974], Folder: 94
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
This collection contains primary and secondary resources pertaining to Robert E. Lee and the Lee family. Included are correspondences from, to, and about Lee and various family members; memorabilia, pamphlets, photographs, reminiscences, miscellaneous personal papers, family history and genealogy. The collection includes materials acquired from the Lee family and items donated to and purchased and compiled by W&L University since Lee's tenure as president of Washington College from 1865...
Dates:
translation missing: en.enumerations.date_label.Creation: 1864-08-12
Robert E. Lee to Col. Joseph G. Totten, 1847-10-01
File — Box 1: [Barcode: 0000003921], Folder: 9
Abstract
Letter regarding disbursement accounts in Mexico City.
Dates:
1847-10-01
Robert E. Lee to Col. Joseph G. Totten, 1852-09-01
File — Box 1: [Barcode: 0000003921], Folder: 17
Abstract
Robert E. Lee informs Totten that in obedience to instrusctions, he has relieved Captain Brewerton of the superintendency at the United States Military Academy.
Dates:
1852-09-01
Robert E. Lee to F. N. Barbarin Esq., 1844-05-01
File — Box 1: [Barcode: 0000003921], Folder: 5
Abstract
Letter to a friend or colleague regarding possible travel plans and Robert E. Lee's search for a new job.
Dates:
1844-05-01