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David Potter Manuscripts, 1950s (inclusive)

Extent:
2 boxes and 0.6 linear feet
Abstract:
Consists of four unpublished manuscripts by David Potter (Princeton Class of 1896) relating to various naval experiences and American military figures.

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Alfred Thayer Mahan Collection, 1883-1913 (bulk) 1883-1977 (inclusive)

Extent:
1 box and 0.2 linear feet
Abstract:
Consists chiefly of letters by Alfred Thayer Mahan to his publisher regarding his writings about United States naval history. Mahan was a U.S. naval officer in the Civil War, and his work on the importance of adequate navies and merchant marines influenced the policies and philosophies of national leaders across the globe, including those of the 26th president of the United States, Theodore Roosevelt.

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Philadelphia Navy Yard Collection, 1831-1865 (inclusive)

Extent:
2 boxes and 0.6 linear feet
Abstract:
Consists chiefly of official correspondence and a few documents related to the operations of the Philadelphia Navy Yard starting in the 1830s and leading up to the Civil War.

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Charles Mason Remey Papers, 1921-1957 (inclusive) 1940-1950 (bulk)

Extent:
5 boxes, 20 volumes, and 3.4 linear feet
Abstract:
Consists of 74 volumes of diaries, letters, reports, reminiscences, and other writings in typescript form, accompanied by clippings, photographs, designs, and memorabilia relating to Charles Mason Remey (1874-1974) and the Remey and Mason families.

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George Maxwell Robeson Collection, 1842-1890 (inclusive)

Extent:
2 boxes and 1.2 linear feet
Abstract:
Consists of selected correspondence of George Maxwell Robeson, attorney general of New Jersey, relating to his appointment as Secretary of the Navy in June 1869.

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J. H. Faucher Letters to His Family, 1866-1867 (inclusive)

Extent:
1 box and 0.2 linear feet
Abstract:
Consists of thirteen letters by J. H. Faucher to his parents while he was a seaman aboard the USS Augusta on its official rip to St. Petersburg, Russia, in 1866-1867.

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Richard B. Cohen Collection of Francis S. Cockran, Reuben Yocum, and Bills Family Materials, 1845-1907 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.2 linear feet and 1 box
Abstract:
Consists of three groups of 19th century materials that were formerly part of the Richard B. Cohen Civil War Collection. These include thirteen letters to Francis S. Cockran (1814-1886), a Maryland businessman, Navy officer, abolitionist, and Underground Railroad supporter; eight letters, bounty payments, and financial documents related to Reuben Yocum, 3rd Assistant Engineer on the U.S.S. Fort Hindman; and miscellaneous business records and letters related to the family business of John Houston Bills (1800-1871) and Leonidas Bills (1828-1881) in Bolivar, Tennessee.

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