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Letter, 1863 October 30, Smith to Brooks, regarding the Requa Battery National Park Service Letter to Brooks from Smith stating that Smith and Mr. Bradley own the Patent from Billinghurst & Requa, and that a printed pamphlet of reprints is enclosed where Brooks will find all of his inquiries regarding the guns answered, except as to operations in the field. Smith writes that he has a great personal feeling in seeing the Batteries tested.
Letter, 1863 September 12, Captain F. H. Cruso to Brooks [Recto] National Park Service Letter to Brooks from F.H. Cruso regarding furnishing paddles according to Lt. Baldwin's drawing, and regarding Cruso's application for additional men.
Letter, 1863 September 12, Captain F. H. Cruso to Brooks [Verso] National Park Service Letter to Brooks from F.H. Cruso regarding furnishing paddles according to Lt. Baldwin's drawing, and regarding Cruso's application for additional men.
Letter, 1863 September 13, Shaw to Brooks, regarding the condition of platforms and embrasures in his battery National Park Service Letter to Brooks from Shaw regarding the durability of the platforms and embrasures in the Battery of the 30 Pdr Parrotts under his command. Shaw reports that the platforms and embrasures remain in nearly as good condition as when first put down.
Letter, 1863 September 13, Shaw to Brooks, regarding the condition of platforms and embrasures in his battery National Park Service Letter to Brooks from Shaw regarding the durability of the platforms and embrasures in the Battery of the 30 Pdr Parrotts under his command. Shaw reports that the platforms and embrasures remain in nearly as good condition as when first put down.
Letter, 1863 September 14, Dalrymple to Brooks, regarding facts obtained from a wounded Major National Park Service Letter to Brooks from Dalrymple regarding facts Dalrymple obtained from a wounded Major on board Steamer Cosmopolitan. These facts relate to Fort Wagner's construction and Engineers. Dalrymple writes that if Brooks calls and sees the Major, Brooks will gain valuable information in regard to Forts Wagner and Gregg.
Letter, 1863 September 14, Dalrymple to Brooks, regarding facts obtained from a wounded Major National Park Service Letter to Brooks from Dalrymple regarding facts Dalrymple obtained from a wounded Major on board Steamer Cosmopolitan. These facts relate to Fort Wagner's construction and Engineers. Dalrymple writes that if Brooks calls and sees the Major, Brooks will gain valuable information in regard to Forts Wagner and Gregg.
Letter, 1863 September 14, Dalrymple to Brooks, regarding facts obtained from a wounded Major National Park Service Letter to Brooks from Dalrymple regarding facts Dalrymple obtained from a wounded Major on board Steamer Cosmopolitan. These facts relate to Fort Wagner's construction and Engineers. Dalrymple writes that if Brooks calls and sees the Major, Brooks will gain valuable information in regard to Forts Wagner and Gregg.
Letter, 1863 September 15, Baldwin to Major Brooks [Recto] National Park Service Letter to Brooks from Baldwin, reporting results of Baldwin's experiments with the boat and oars constructed at the Engineer Depot.  Baldwin reports that the 1000 pound boat can be carried with difficulty by twenty men.
Letter, 1863 September 15, Baldwin to Major Brooks [Verso] National Park Service Letter to Brooks from Baldwin, reporting results of Baldwin's experiments with the boat and oars constructed at the Engineer Depot.  Baldwin reports that the 1000 pound boat can be carried with difficulty by twenty men.
Letter, 1863 September 15, Brooks to Gilmore, regarding maps [Recto] National Park Service Letter to Gillmore from Brooks in response to Gillmore's request that Brooks submit a list of maps necessary for a report on the military operations against the Defenses of Charleston Harbor. The list includes a general map of the whole field of operations, as well as siege operations and Batteries on several islands, with the desired scales. Brooks also recommends several men to assist in this work.
Letter, 1863 September 15, Brooks to Gilmore, regarding maps [Verso] National Park Service Letter to Gillmore from Brooks in response to Gillmore's request that Brooks submit a list of maps necessary for a report on the military operations against the Defenses of Charleston Harbor. The list includes a general map of the whole field of operations, as well as siege operations and Batteries on several islands, with the desired scales. Brooks also recommends several men to assist in this work.
Letter, 1863 September 15, Caldwell? to Brooks National Park Service Letter to Brooks from Caldwell? giving Brooks authorization to purchase howitzers, boats, and equipment to organize boat infantry. Possibly by Caldwell.
Letter, 1863 September 15, Caldwell? to Brooks National Park Service Letter to Brooks from Caldwell? giving Brooks authorization to purchase howitzers, boats, and equipment to organize boat infantry. Possibly by Caldwell.
Letter, 1863 September 15, Caldwell? to Brooks National Park Service Letter to Brooks from Caldwell? giving Brooks authorization to purchase howitzers, boats, and equipment to organize boat infantry. Possibly by Caldwell.
Letter, 1863 September 15, Caldwell? to Brooks National Park Service Letter to Brooks from Caldwell? giving Brooks authorization to purchase howitzers, boats, and equipment to organize boat infantry. Possibly by Caldwell.
Letter, 1863 September 16, Baldwin to Brooks, regarding Baldwin's inspection of Parrott-gun batteries [Recto] National Park Service Letter to Brooks from Baldwin regarding Baldwin's inspection of Parrott-gun Batteries. Baldwin reports that embrasures are in a dilapidated condition, and also discusses the strength and serviceability of the gun batteries, and the replacement of materials in the original platforms.
Letter, 1863 September 16, Baldwin to Brooks, regarding Baldwin's inspection of Parrott-gun batteries [Verso] National Park Service Letter to Brooks from Baldwin regarding Baldwin's inspection of Parrott-gun Batteries. Baldwin reports that embrasures are in a dilapidated condition, and also discusses the strength and serviceability of the gun batteries, and the replacement of materials in the original platforms.
Letter, 1863 September 18, James Wallace to Brooks [Recto] National Park Service Letter to Brooks from James Wallace regarding the serving of the guns in the Naval Battery.  Wallace reports that he thinks the Navy Gun carriages are superior to the iron army carriages.
Letter, 1863 September 18, James Wallace to Brooks [Verso] National Park Service Letter to Brooks from James Wallace regarding the serving of the guns in the Naval Battery.  Wallace reports that he thinks the Navy Gun carriages are superior to the iron army carriages.
Letter, 1863 September 19, James Wallace to Brooks, on Parrott gun elevations National Park Service Letter to Brooks from James Wallace, reporting elevations of Parrott guns used in the Naval Battery against Fort Sumter, and discussing recoil of guns and how recoil affects elevation.
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Letter, 1863 September 22, James Wallace to Brooks, regarding Parrott guns that failed [Recto] National Park Service Letter to Brooks from James Baldwin, reporting results of Baldwin's examination of the 100 and 200 Pdr Parrott guns that failed during the bombardment of Ft. Sumter. The number of rounds at which guns failed, signs of crystallization, cracks, and fractures in the guns are detailed.
Letter, 1863 September 22, James Wallace to Brooks, regarding Parrott guns that failed [Verso] National Park Service Letter to Brooks from James Baldwin, reporting results of Baldwin's examination of the 100 and 200 Pdr Parrott guns that failed during the bombardment of Ft. Sumter. The number of rounds at which guns failed, signs of crystallization, cracks, and fractures in the guns are detailed.
Letter, 1863 September 22, James Wallace to Brooks, regarding Parrott guns that failed, page 2 National Park Service Letter to Brooks from James Baldwin, reporting results of Baldwin's examination of the 100 and 200 Pdr Parrott guns that failed during the bombardment of Ft. Sumter. The number of rounds at which guns failed, signs of crystallization, cracks, and fractures in the guns are detailed.
Letter, 1863 September 24, Baldwin to Brooks, regarding exploded Parrott guns [Recto] National Park Service Letter to Brooks from Baldwin, stating that Baldwin's report on the exploded Parrott guns is enclosed. Baldwin writes that he has found a letter written by him before the war began that contains a plan for the production of heavy wrought-iron guns. Baldwin writes that he considers this plan superior to any method now in use, and says he will explain the method to Brooks at a future time.
Letter, 1863 September 24, Baldwin to Brooks, regarding exploded Parrott guns [Verso] National Park Service Letter to Brooks from Baldwin, stating that Baldwin's report on the exploded Parrott guns is enclosed. Baldwin writes that he has found a letter written by him before the war began that contains a plan for the production of heavy wrought-iron guns. Baldwin writes that he considers this plan superior to any method now in use, and says he will explain the method to Brooks at a future time.
Letter, 1864 April 13, Wilcken to Brooks, regarding surgery in the 2nd Parallel National Park Service Letter to Brooks from Wilcken regarding surgery in the 2nd Parallel. Wilcken writes that he has the honor to transmit a pen and ink sketch of the surgery.
Letter, 1864 December 24, Ferrand to Terry, with sketches, written in French National Park Service Letter to Terry from Ferrand with sketches, written in French
Letter, 1864 December 24, Ferrand to Terry, with sketches, written in French National Park Service Letter to Terry from Ferrand with sketches, written in French
Letter, 1864 December 24, Ferrand to Terry, with sketches, written in French National Park Service Letter to Terry from Ferrand with sketches, written in French
Letter, 1864 December 24, Ferrand to Terry, with sketches, written in French National Park Service Letter to Terry from Ferrand with sketches, written in French
Letter, 1864 December 31, Eaton to Brooks, relating to sand bags [Recto] National Park Service Letter to Brooks from Eaton in response to Brooks' request for measurements of sand bags. Eaton reports the average dimensions and weight of sand bags at Fort Putnam. Eaton also writes that he wants to go home for a few days, and shall be very much obliged if Brooks airs that desire.
Letter, 1864 December 31, Eaton to Brooks, relating to sand bags [Verso] National Park Service Letter to Brooks from Eaton in response to Brooks' request for measurements of sand bags. Eaton reports the average dimensions and weight of sand bags at Fort Putnam. Eaton also writes that he wants to go home for a few days, and shall be very much obliged if Brooks airs that desire.
Letter, 1864 January 26, Ferrand to Mon General, written in French National Park Service Letter to Mon General from Ferrand, written in French.
Letter, 1864 January 5, Terry to Turner, recommending that Ferrand proceed with his plans for communicating by signal National Park Service Letter to Turner from Terry stating that Ferrand has explained his plan for communicating by signal to Terry, and that a written description of his proposed apparature is enclosed. Terry recommends that Ferrand be directed to proceed with a trial and construct an apparature.
Letter, 1864 January 5, Terry to Turner, recommending that Ferrand proceed with his plans for communicating by signal National Park Service Letter to Turner from Terry stating that Ferrand has explained his plan for communicating by signal to Terry, and that a written description of his proposed apparature is enclosed. Terry recommends that Ferrand be directed to proceed with a trial and construct an apparature.
Letter, 1864 January 5, Terry to Turner, recommending that Ferrand proceed with his plans for communicating by signal National Park Service Letter to Turner from Terry stating that Ferrand has explained his plan for communicating by signal to Terry, and that a written description of his proposed apparature is enclosed. Terry recommends that Ferrand be directed to proceed with a trial and construct an apparature.
Letter, 1864 March 17, Brooks to Captain King, regarding Mississippi Signals National Park Service Letter to Captain King from Major Brooks, stating that Brooks is preparing a system of Signals for Steam Whistles, and requesting a list of sentences for use in moving and maneuvering vessels.
Letter, 1864 March 17, WC Hanford to Brooks National Park Service Letter to Brooks from Hanford enclosing the Signals and Sentences for Steamers, and advising Brooks to have Gillmore make application for procuring a boat.
Letter, 1864 March 17, WC Hanford to Brooks National Park Service Letter to Brooks from Hanford enclosing the Signals and Sentences for Steamers, and advising Brooks to have Gillmore make application for procuring a boat.
Letter, 1864 March 17, WC Hanford to Brooks National Park Service Letter to Brooks from Hanford enclosing the Signals and Sentences for Steamers, and advising Brooks to have Gillmore make application for procuring a boat.
Letter, 1864 March 18, William Reynolds to Brooks National Park Service Letter to Brooks from William Reynolds in response to Brooks' request to learn the Naval System of Signals.  Reynolds writes that it is not in his power to furnish Brooks with them, as there is not any published system.
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1864-03-18
Letter, 1864 May 6, Shaffer to Brooks, stating that Brooks is needed at Headquarters [Recto] National Park Service Letter to Brooks from Shaffer? stating that Shaffer? has written General Gillmore that Brooks will not be detained from Gillmore's headquarters longer than this evening. General Gillmore says Brooks is greatly needed. Possibly by Shaffer.
Letter, 1864 May 6, Shaffer to Brooks, stating that Brooks is needed at Headquarters [Verso] National Park Service Letter to Brooks from Shaffer? stating that Shaffer? has written General Gillmore that Brooks will not be detained from Gillmore's headquarters longer than this evening. General Gillmore says Brooks is greatly needed. Possibly by Shaffer.
Letter, 1871 July 29, Ellen Avis (Harpers Ferry) to Mr. A, Denver (Washington DC), page 1 and 3 [recto] Harpers Ferry National Historical Park; National Park Service Ellen Avis writing about family lineage
1871-07-29
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Letter, 1871 July 29, Ellen Avis (Harpers Ferry) to Mr. A, Denver (Washington DC), page 2 and 4 [verso] Harpers Ferry National Historical Park; National Park Service Letter from Ellen Avis, Harpers Ferry to Mr. A. Denver, Washington, D.C., dated July 29, 1871.
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Letter, 1871 May 22, Ellen Aris (Harpers Ferry) to Virginia Harpers Ferry National Historical Park; National Park Service Letter from Ellen Avis, Harpers Ferry to "Virginia", dated May 22, 1871.
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Letter, 1871 May 22, Ellen Aris (Harpers Ferry) to Virginia Harpers Ferry National Historical Park; National Park Service Ellen Aris writing about her uncle Robert's land and other family members 
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Letter, Brooks to Cheney? of the Spencer Repeating Rifle Co., regarding bayonets on Spencer rifles National Park Service Letter from Brooks to Mr. Arther Cheney? of the Spencer Repeating Rifle Co. requesting a change in the Spencer Army Rifle to enable the bayonet to be carried reversed on the Rifle for boat-service. A drawing is included. Brooks also requests any printed instructions concerning the use and care of their Spencer Rifles.
Letter, Brooks to Cheney? of the Spencer Repeating Rifle Co., regarding bayonets on Spencer rifles National Park Service Letter from Brooks to Mr. Arther Cheney? of the Spencer Repeating Rifle Co. requesting a change in the Spencer Army Rifle to enable the bayonet to be carried reversed on the Rifle for boat-service. A drawing is included. Brooks also requests any printed instructions concerning the use and care of their Spencer Rifles.
Letter, Brooks to Cheney? of the Spencer Repeating Rifle Co., regarding bayonets on Spencer rifles National Park Service Letter from Brooks to Mr. Arther Cheney? of the Spencer Repeating Rifle Co. requesting a change in the Spencer Army Rifle to enable the bayonet to be carried reversed on the Rifle for boat-service. A drawing is included. Brooks also requests any printed instructions concerning the use and care of their Spencer Rifles.
Letter, Brooks to Cheney? of the Spencer Repeating Rifle Co., regarding bayonets on Spencer rifles National Park Service Letter from Brooks to Mr. Arther Cheney? of the Spencer Repeating Rifle Co. requesting a change in the Spencer Army Rifle to enable the bayonet to be carried reversed on the Rifle for boat-service. A drawing is included. Brooks also requests any printed instructions concerning the use and care of their Spencer Rifles.
Letter, Brooks to Strahan, Caldwell, and Shaw, with Shaw's reports in response [Recto] National Park Service Letter to Strahan, Caldwell, & Shaw from Brooks, requesting to know the number of rounds at which each of their pieces failed at. Shaw reports that 375 Rounds were fired from his first Parrot before it became disabled, and that information from Strahan and Caldwell cannot be sent because they are out of camp, or absent from their post, respectively.
Letter, Brooks to Strahan, Caldwell, and Shaw, with Shaw's reports in response [Verso] National Park Service Letter to Strahan, Caldwell, & Shaw from Brooks, requesting to know the number of rounds at which each of their pieces failed at. Shaw reports that 375 Rounds were fired from his first Parrot before it became disabled, and that information from Strahan and Caldwell cannot be sent because they are out of camp, or absent from their post, respectively.
Letter, Emet? to Brooks, on a plan of the main magazine National Park Service Letter to Brooks from Emet? on a plan of the main magazine, where Emet writes that the magazine is somewhat larger than he stated a while ago. A diagram showing dimensions is included. Possibly by Emet.
Letter, Ferrand to Terry, requesting a meeting with the Commanding General regarding the signal system National Park Service Letter to Terry from Ferrand requesting a meeting with the Commanding General regarding the signal system. Terry's and Gillmore's written comments are included.
Letter, Ferrand to Terry, requesting a meeting with the Commanding General regarding the signal system National Park Service Letter to Terry from Ferrand requesting a meeting with the Commanding General regarding the signal system. Terry's and Gillmore's written comments are included.
Letter, WC Hanford to Brooks National Park Service End of letter to Brooks from William C. Hanford.
Letter,1863 October 30, Smith to Brooks, regarding the Requa Battery National Park Service Letter to Brooks from Smith stating that Smith and Mr. Bradley own the Patent from Billinghurst & Requa, and that a printed pamphlet of reprints is enclosed where Brooks will find all of his inquiries regarding the guns answered, except as to operations in the field. Smith writes that he has a great personal feeling in seeing the Batteries tested.
Letter,1865 April 8, Beecher to Van Vliet National Park Service Letter to Van Vliet from Beecher requesting a trip to Charleston.
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