Creator: Hoyt, George H. (George Henry), 1837-1877 / Year: <span class="from" data-blrl-begin="1875">1875</span> to <span class="to" data-blrl-end="1879">1879</span> - Philadelphia Area Archives Search Results

Start Over Creator Hoyt, George H. (George Henry), 1837-1877 Year 1875 to 1879

Extent:: 0.2 linear feet and 1 box
Abstract:: Consists of affidavits, clippings, correspondence, and photographs, mostly related to abolitionist lawyer George H. Hoyt's work as an attorney for John Brown (1800-1859). Materials shed light on the Virginia v. John Brown trial that followed Brown's raid on Harpers Ferry, as well as Hoyt's participation in the American Civil War and abolitionist movements.

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