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James J. Phillips collection, 1853/1890

5 items

This collection (five items) consists of items related to James J. Phillips, including:

  • VMI Diploma (1853)
  • VMI Society of Cadets certificate (1853)
  • A drawing of VMI Barracks (circa 1852-1853)
  • Confederate Army Commission (1863)
  • Certificate, Pickett Buchanan Camp, Confederate Veterans (1890)

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James J. Phillips collection, 1853/1890 5 items

Phillips, James J. (James Jasper), 1832-1908

This collection (five items) consists of items related to James J. Phillips, including:

  • VMI Diploma (1853)
  • VMI Society of Cadets certificate (1853)
  • A drawing of VMI Barracks (circa 1852-1853)
  • Confederate Army Commission (1863)
  • Certificate, Pickett Buchanan Camp, Confederate Veterans (1890)

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Society of Cadets and Virginia Dialectic Society certificates, 1842/1874

0.25 cubic feet approximately 27 items

This collection consists of certificates awarded to graduating members by two 19th century cadet literary and debating organizations known as The Society of Cadets (established 1840) and the Virginia Dialectic Society (established 1848). The certificates of James V. Hall (Class of 1852) and Edward L. Fant (Class of 1856) were autographed by classmates.

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John R. Waddy letter, 1856

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This collection consists of one letter of recommendation (dated October 27, 1856) written by VMI Superintendent Francis H. Smith on behalf of John R. Waddy. In the letter Smith recommends Waddy for a commission in the United States Army.

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John R. Waddy letter, 1856 1 items

Smith, Francis H. (Francis Henney), 1812-1890

This collection consists of one letter of recommendation (dated October 27, 1856) written by VMI Superintendent Francis H. Smith on behalf of John R. Waddy. In the letter Smith recommends Waddy for a commission in the United States Army.

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Moncure Family papers, 1809/1953

9 items

This collection consists of letters and other documents to and from various members of the Moncure Family, who have a long association with VMI. Included is a letter (dated September 19, 1849) from Cadet Thomas J. Moncure (VMI Class of 1853) to his father, William A. Moncure.

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Moncure Family papers, 1809/1953 9 items

Moncure, Thomas J. (Thomas Jefferson), 1832-1912

This collection consists of letters and other documents to and from various members of the Moncure Family, who have a long association with VMI. Included is a letter (dated September 19, 1849) from Cadet Thomas J. Moncure (VMI Class of 1853) to his father, William A. Moncure.

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William E. Arnold notebook, 1849/1864

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This collection consists of a poetry notebook compiled by William E. Arnold during the period between 1849 and 1864. The bulk of the entries date from the years in which he was a VMI cadet (1849-1853). Such notebooks were popular among VMI cadets of the mid-19th century and typically contain both original and copied verse. This notebook contains approximately 50 poems by Arnold, other cadets, various 19th century poets, and anonymous authors. Cadet poetry includes "The Regulations" by Charles Denby (VMI Class of 1850) and "The Six Plebes on Leaving for Richmond" by Thomas O. Benton (VMI Class of 1850). A few poems were composed by Arnold during the Civil War. The notebook also includes clippings, puzzles, and riddles.

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Notebook, 1849/1864

This notebook contains approximately 50 poems by William E. Arnold, other cadets, various 19th century poets, and anonymous authors. Cadet poetry includes "The Regulations" by Charles Denby (VMI Class of 1850) and "The Six Plebes on Leaving for Richmond" by Thomas O. Benton (VMI Class of 1850). A few poems were composed by Arnold during the Civil War. The notebook also includes clippings, puzzles, and riddles.

William E. Arnold notebook, 1849/1864 1 items

Arnold, William E. (William Elisha), 1830-1902

This collection consists of a poetry notebook compiled by William E. Arnold during the period between 1849 and 1864. The bulk of the entries date from the years in which he was a VMI cadet (1849-1853). Such notebooks were popular among VMI cadets of the mid-19th century and typically contain both original and copied verse. This notebook contains approximately 50 poems by Arnold, other cadets, various 19th century poets, and anonymous authors. Cadet poetry includes "The Regulations" by Charles Denby (VMI Class of 1850) and "The Six Plebes on Leaving for Richmond" by Thomas O. Benton (VMI Class of 1850). A few poems were composed by Arnold during the Civil War. The notebook also includes clippings, puzzles, and riddles.

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Walter W. Williams diary and notebook, 1852/1860

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This collection consists of a one volume diary-notebook (1852-1860) kept by Walter W. Williams. Diary entries are from VMI (1852), University of Virginia (1855-1856), Theological Seminary of Virginia (1857-1858), and Leesburg, Virginia (1859-1860). VMI entries include information about cadet life. Many entries focus on Williams' religious beliefs. The volume also contains notes on Greek history and other academic subjects.

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Walter W. Williams diary and notebook, 1852/1860 1 items

Williams, Walter W. (Walter Wheeler), 1834-1891

This collection consists of a one volume diary-notebook (1852-1860) kept by Walter W. Williams. Diary entries are from VMI (1852), University of Virginia (1855-1856), Theological Seminary of Virginia (1857-1858), and Leesburg, Virginia (1859-1860). VMI entries include information about cadet life. Many entries focus on Williams' religious beliefs. The volume also contains notes on Greek history and other academic subjects.

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VMI diplomas collection, 1842/1978

80 items

The VMI diplomas collection consists of VMI diplomas from various eras. The oldest is that of Edmund Pendleton, Class of 1842. Contact the VMI Archives for a complete list.

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William F. Lee commission document, 1856

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The collection consists of the United States Army Commission document of William F. Lee. The document is dated August 1, 1856 and is signed by Secretary of War Jefferson Davis.

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William F. Lee commission document, 1856 1 items

The collection consists of the United States Army Commission document of William F. Lee. The document is dated August 1, 1856 and is signed by Secretary of War Jefferson Davis.

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