Found 5 collections related to New York %28N.Y.%29 -- History -- Civil War%2C 1861-1865

Riker, James, 1822-1889
Manuscripts and Archives Division | MssCol 2581
The James Riker Papers document the literary activity and family background of the New York historian and genealogist. The collection consists of original documents from colonial-era New York in Dutch and English, extracts and transcripts from New... more
Strybing, Henry, 1811-1887
Manuscripts and Archives Division | MssCol 18576
.21 linear feet (1 box)
This account book documents the shipping business and personal expenses of Henry Strybing, a German-born commission merchant based in New York City, who sent goods to San Francisco, California, and Charleston, South Carolina.
Williams, James S
Manuscripts and Archives Division | MssCol 3334
.1 linear feet (1 folder)
James S. Williams was a sergeant of the 114th Infantry Regiment, Company F, Volunteers during the American Civil War. He kept this diary from January 1-December 31, 1864. Entries describe maneuvers in Louisiana; being taken prisoner (April 9);... more
Tillie (Steamboat)
Manuscripts and Archives Division | MssCol 2996
.04 linear feet (1 volume)
This logbook was kept aboard the Tillie, a New York steamship, by its chief engineer between July 25, 1863 and January 11, 1865. The ship carried coal, troops, army stores, and other items to and from New York, Hilton Head, Beaufort, Sea Brook,... more
Union League of America. New York State Council
Manuscripts and Archives Division | MssCol 3073
.21 linear feet (1 volume)
This collection contains the proceedings minutes of a New York City chapter of the Union League of America (May 9, 1863-April 9, 1865). The records provide the names of newly enlisted members, resolutions submitted during meetings, and a roll of... more
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