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Virginia Military Institute Archives

James W. Breedlove papers, 1859/1861

8 items

The James W. Breedlove papers consist of the personal papers (eight items) of Breedlove, including:

  • Two letters (dated October 13, 1859 and March 11, 1861) from Breedlove to his grandfather in which he discusses his studies and expenses
  • Two letters from Superintendent Francis H. Smith to Cadet Breedlove's grandfather, acknowledging receipt of money
  • Three VMI quarterly grade reports
  • One account sheet detailing VMI expenses

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James W. Breedlove papers, 1859/1861 8 items

Breedlove, James W. (James Winchester), 1843-1889

The James W. Breedlove papers consist of the personal papers (eight items) of Breedlove, including:

  • Two letters (dated October 13, 1859 and March 11, 1861) from Breedlove to his grandfather in which he discusses his studies and expenses
  • Two letters from Superintendent Francis H. Smith to Cadet Breedlove's grandfather, acknowledging receipt of money
  • Three VMI quarterly grade reports
  • One account sheet detailing VMI expenses

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John S. Bagnall papers, 1862/1921

7 items

The John S. Bagnall papers consist of the personal papers (seven items) of Bagnall. Included are two letters (dated 1921) from Eliza Clinedinst Crim, the New Market resident who came to the assistance of wounded cadets after the Battle of New Market. The letter of April 20 mentions cadet Moses J. Ezekiel caring for the mortally wounded cadet Thomas G. Jefferson. The papers also include an 1862 VMI grade report, two receipts for payment of tuition and diploma, and an envelope containing two of Bagnall's calling cards.

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John S. Bagnall papers, 1862/1921 7 items

Bagnall, John S. (John Seldon), 1844-1922

The John S. Bagnall papers consist of the personal papers (seven items) of Bagnall. Included are two letters (dated 1921) from Eliza Clinedinst Crim, the New Market resident who came to the assistance of wounded cadets after the Battle of New Market. The letter of April 20 mentions cadet Moses J. Ezekiel caring for the mortally wounded cadet Thomas G. Jefferson. The papers also include an 1862 VMI grade report, two receipts for payment of tuition and diploma, and an envelope containing two of Bagnall's calling cards.

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Joseph H. Chenoweth papers, 1851/1861

0.25 Linear Feet approximately 32 items

The Joseph H. Chenoweth papers consist of letters (dated 1855 to 1861) written by Chenoweth to his parents Lemuel Chenoweth and Nancy A. Hart. Letters dating from his cadetship cover topics such as exams, trips, and demerits, and provide a good portrait of pre-Civil War cadet life.

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Joseph H. Chenoweth papers, 1851/1861 0.25 Linear Feet approximately 32 items

Chenoweth, Joseph H. (Joseph Hart), 1837-1862

The Joseph H. Chenoweth papers consist of letters (dated 1855 to 1861) written by Chenoweth to his parents Lemuel Chenoweth and Nancy A. Hart. Letters dating from his cadetship cover topics such as exams, trips, and demerits, and provide a good portrait of pre-Civil War cadet life.

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Samuel Downing, Jr. papers, 1859/1860

3 items

The Samuel Downing, Jr. papers consist of three items, including:

  • One letter (November 17, 1859) from Downing to his father, in which he describes in detail a cadet trip to Norfolk, Virginia, including an interesting account of an uncomfortable canal boat journey
  • One list of demerits (April to June 1860)
  • One quarterly grade report (July 1860)

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Samuel Downing, Jr. papers, 1859/1860 3 items

Downing, Samuel, Jr., 1842-1885

The Samuel Downing, Jr. papers consist of three items, including:

  • One letter (November 17, 1859) from Downing to his father, in which he describes in detail a cadet trip to Norfolk, Virginia, including an interesting account of an uncomfortable canal boat journey
  • One list of demerits (April to June 1860)
  • One quarterly grade report (July 1860)

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William H. Dudley papers, 1872/1873

2 items

The William H. Dudley papers consist of two documents reflecting 1870s VMI cadet life. The letter (dated October 5, 1872) is from cadet Dudley (Class of 1874) to his mother and contains references to various VMI routines, such as declamation and drill, as well as family information. A VMI quarterly report (October 1, 1873) includes class marks, account information, and comments by superintendent Francis H. Smith concerning demerits for conduct. Infractions include "laughing in ranks," "talking in church," and "late at roll call."

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William H. Dudley papers, 1872/1873 2 items

Dudley, William H. (William Henry), 1856-1886

The William H. Dudley papers consist of two documents reflecting 1870s VMI cadet life. The letter (dated October 5, 1872) is from cadet Dudley (Class of 1874) to his mother and contains references to various VMI routines, such as declamation and drill, as well as family information. A VMI quarterly report (October 1, 1873) includes class marks, account information, and comments by superintendent Francis H. Smith concerning demerits for conduct. Infractions include "laughing in ranks," "talking in church," and "late at roll call."

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