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John Gibbon papers, 1862-1892 (bulk) 1845-1896, undated (inclusive)

Extent:

1.3 linear feet (; 2 boxes, 5 volumes, 1 flat file)

Abstract:

John Gibbon spent his career in the U.S. Army, serving through the Mexican American War, the Civil War, and the Indian Wars. This collection includes his correspondence with his wife, memoirs and commentary on many aspects of his life and the military, and several miscellaneous items, such as photographs and account books. The collection gives a valuable, broad view of the U.S. Army through the course of three wars. Gibbon comments on many major campaigns of the Civil War, including Gettysburg and Appomattox. He also writes about his command of the 1877 campaign against the Nex Perce Indians under Chief Joseph, and his peace enforcements during the anti-Chinese riots in Seattle in 1886.

Held at: Historical Society of Pennsylvania [Contact Us]

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Herbert S. Auerbach Collection on Mormons and Native Americans of the American West, 1808-1935 (inclusive)

Extent:

12 boxes

Abstract:

Consists of copies of letters, documents, stories, newspaper articles, reports, tables, artifacts, and extracts relating to Mormons and Native Americans of the American West collected by businessman and state congressman Herbert S. Auerbach.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

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Davis Spencer Papers on Princeton's 150-Pound Crew Team, 1947-1948 (inclusive)

Extent:

2 boxes

Abstract:

Davis Spencer (1924-2005), a member of the Class of 1945, rowed on Princeton's freshman and varsity crews, and coached the 150-pound crew team that won the Royal Henley Regatta in 1948. The papers document Princeton's varsity 150-pound crew team as competitors and victors of the 1948 Royal Henley Regatta.

Held at: Princeton University Library: University Archives [Contact Us]

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Helmut Meyer Papers, 1938-2000 (inclusive)

Extent:

16 boxes and 16.4 linear feet

Abstract:

Helmut Meyer was a German-born American citizen who fought for the United States in World War II and founded the Helmut Meyer Literary Agency in New York City. The collection contains files from the Helmut Meyer Literary Agency, propaganda from both the Allies and the Axis from World War II, manuscripts of Meyer's own work, and correspondence from friends and clients.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

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Archivo de Alma Concepción, 1939-2021 (inclusive)

Extent:

15.0 linear feet ((12 containers))

Abstract:

El archivo de Alma Concepción consiste principalmente en 43 álbumes de la bailarina, educadora y coreógrafa puertorriqueña Alma Concepción, que contienen fotografías, recortes, programas, cartas, tarjetas postales, folletos, material de difusión y memorabilia. También incluye escritos de Alma Concepción, material de investigación, imágenes digitales, recuerdos, afiches y partituras musicales.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

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Charles K. Tuckerman Papers, 1812-1929 (inclusive)

Extent:

6 boxes

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Consists of the personal papers of Charles K. Tuckerman, the first United States Minister to Greece. Included in the archive is incoming and outgoing correspondence with several military and political officials, authors, and several members of royal families of Europe. There is also a large amount of autographed letters signed from King George I.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

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David Aiken Reed Papers, 1880-1953 (inclusive)

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4 boxes and 1 folder

Abstract:

The papers of David Aiken Reed (1880-1953) consist primarily of clippings illustrating the political career of Pennsylvania Senator Reed (Class of 1900) during the years 1914-1940 with a few photographs of World War I campaigns, correspondence from President Herbert Hoover, the publisher Henry Luce and General John J. Pershing, Head of the American Expeditionary Forces of World War I, two letters of commendation, a testimonial, three army documents, and printed copies of a few speeches by Senator Reed.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Public Policy Papers [Contact Us]

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Scrapbook Collection, 1843-1954 (inclusive) 1860-1920 (bulk)

Extent:

340 boxes and 2 items

Abstract:

This collection contains scrapbooks created by Princeton students which document their social and academic activities while undergraduates.

Held at: Princeton University Library: University Archives [Contact Us]

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David E. Lilienthal Papers, 1900-1981 (inclusive) 1950-1981 (bulk)

Extent:

632 boxes and 4 items

Abstract:

David Lilienthal served on the Wisconsin Public Service Commission (1923-1932), as a member of the board of directors (1933-1941) and then chairman (1941-1946) of the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA), as first chairman (1946-1950) of the Atomic Energy Commission, and, later, in private business as an industrial consultant and chairman (1955) of the Development and Resources Corporation, which was involved with the Khuzestan Program in Iran. This collection consists of the papers of Lilienthal spanning his entire career, including correspondence, reports, articles, speeches, and printed matter.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Public Policy Papers [Contact Us]

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Barr Ferree collection, 1880s-1920s (inclusive)

Extent:

23 boxes

Abstract:

Consists of two groups of material collected by Ferree: 1) copies of government reports, resolutions, proclamations, statements, and clippings concerning foreign relations, the entry of the United States into World War I, and other varied issues during the administration of Woodrow Wilson.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Public Policy Papers [Contact Us]