(Buffalo [N.Y.]: Printed and sold by S.H. A periodical title search in the online catalog will generally lead to information on whether the State Library has copies of a particular title for a particular date. Just as the American Civil War is often conceptualized as a conflict between white northerners and white southerners, during which black slaves and free people waited on the sidelines for their fates to be decided, the Revolutionary War and the War of 1812 tend to be portrayed as stories for and by white . 10 pages John P. Deeben and Claire Prechtel-Kluskens describe these records and their value to genealogical research. 1709-1834. New York State Library call number: 771, Letter, written at Martinsburg, Virginia, to Virginia Governor James Barbour offering his services as an officer in the Virginia militia. New York State Library call number: N,973.52,D26a, Documents in Relation to the Difference Which Subsisted Between the Late Commodore O.H. Letter to Martin I. Townsend describing service in the War of 1812. D.S. SHARE & PRESERVE. [This print shows the H.M.S. Colfax to Gen. N. Gray about Captain Cook's Cavalry. New York State Library call number: N,973.89,B928,200-4234, Clinton County Military Association. Documents show the American College of Pediatricians worrying about its finances and trying to expand its reach in recent years. Elliott. Jul 04 - Lachine Riots. (S.l. States on the Northern Frontier, February 2, 1814. War of 1812 Discharge Certificates | National Archives Tuesday, December 6, 2022 8:30 AM 3:10 PM First Period: 8:30am to 9:21am Third Period: 10:27am to 11:17am Sixth Period: 1:42pm to 2:32pm War of 1812 DBQ Documents When war came, the United States was not ready for war. Also, a Particular Detail of All Occurrences Relative to That Horrid Massacre at Dartmoor, on the Fatal Evening of the 6th of April, 1815. The War of 1812 (18 June 1812 - 17 February 1815) was a conflict fought by the United States of America and its indigenous allies against the United Kingdom and its allies in British North America, with limited participation by Spain in Florida. ", Bathurst, Henry. Letter, written at Geneseo, N.Y., to Stephen Van Rensselaer regarding the state of the militia since Van Rensselaer's resignation from command. : s.n., 1814?]) New York State Library call number: C,973.52,O18a3 It is with extreme pain we announce the capture of his B.M.B. Writes about "the scenes of purgatory on the Niagara" and "the motly group of Indians, upstarts, vagabonds, ragamuffins, rapscallions who poured in.". New York State Library call number: SC9578, A small collection of letters, mainly to Bleecker and his business associate, Theodore Sedgwick, covering a wide variety of business, personal and diplomatic affairs. Letter Copy Book, 1810-1813. Albany, etc. New York State Library call number: BD10015. Peace. 1 page. : s.n., [1814?]) Source: MPI / Archive Photos via Getty Images War of 1812 (1812-1815) > Date ended: Feb 16, 1815 > How: Treaty of Ghent The War of 1812 was fought against Great Britain because the United States . War of 1812 by Justin McKinney The War of 1812 (referred to as the "Second War of Independence" by some American historians) was a 32-month military conflict between the United States on one side, and on the other Great Britain, its colonies and its Indian allies in North America. Comprising a Particular Detail of the Naval and Military Operations, and a Faithful Record of the Events Produced During the Contest (New York: J. ([Plattsburgh? Col. Myers of the British army, a prison of war on parole," saying that from Boyd's "acquaintance with him in England, and knowledge of this gentleman and officer like conduct since his captivity, I feel an assurance that you will take pleasure in shewing him those attentions which are due to a meritorious stranger. Wendell served at Black Rock, Queenston, Lewiston, and Fort Niagara, and later at Plattsburgh and Sackett's Harbor. A.L.S. The events leading up to the burning of the White House during the War of 1812 have been well chronicled. The Prisoners' Memoirs, or Dartmoor Prison; Containing a Complete and Impartial History of the Entire Captivity of the Americans in England, from the Commencement of the Late War Between the United States and Great Britain, Until All Prisoners Were Released by the Treaty of Ghent. New York State Library call number: SCO BD 1670 [photostat], The Constitution and the Guerriere (Boston: s.n., [181?]) (Boston: Printed by Nathaniel Coverly, Jun., Milk-Street, 1815] Included are the names of ships participating, names of naval officers involved and a description of maneuvers executed by the vessels involved. Letters addressed to Stephen van Rensselaer, 1812-1815. Milestones: 1801-1829 - Office of the Historian 1812 - An Act for the Safe Keeping and Accommodation of Prisoners of War; July 6. The document, signed by battalion commander Lt. Col. Benjamin Bevier, lists the names of the men, their rank, the commencement of and expiration of their service in 1814, and the amount of pay due each man. A Prologue article by Stuart L. Butler on War of 1812 records in the National Archives, including discussion of Pension and Bounty Land Warrant Application Files, Military Service Records, and Naval and Marine Corps Records. New York State Library call number: 160, Harding, Micajah. Infantry. They were stationed on Governors Island and at the close of the war, they were mustered out of the service, and each one of them was paid the sum [$3.06] set opposite their name respectively. A Song Composed on the Arrival of These Frigates in Boston, Yesterday (December 31, 1812,) with a Good Supply of the Ready Reino. And the Documents, Accompanying Said Report. New York State Library call number: V,912.73,M523,1813, New York (State). Collection of the Official Accounts, In Detail, Of All the Battles Fought by Sea and Land, Between the Navy and Army of the United States and the Navy and Army of Great Britain, During the Years 1812, 13, 14, & 15. 3(4) pages. Pay and forage voucher for surgeon's A.D.S. Box 3, Folder 45. The New York State Library is part of the Office of Cultural Education, within the New York State Education Department The 10 Things You Didn't Know About the War of 1812 LibGuides: Primary Sources: Wars & Conflicts: War of 1812 One letter indicates the Townsends were "contractors for supplies & provisions for the U.S. Northern Army" during the war. Papers relating mainly to recruiting for the 6th Regiment of the U.S. Infantry by Henry R. Wendell [Schenectady, N.Y.]. Bevier, Benjamin. (New York: N. Currier, 1846) Buffalo, September 9, [1814?)]. 13 items Warrant to make a pension payment to Mrs. Frances Murray. Message from the President of the United States Transmitting a Letter from the Secretary of War Requesting Such Information As May Tend to Explain the Causes of the Failure of the Arms of the U. New York State Library call number: 16367. A long-time member of the New York State militia, Stephen van Rensselaer led the militia in the battle for Queenston Heights in October 1812. NOTE: Be advised there are many collections in the New York State Library that may contain War of 1812-related material but because that material is miniscule compared to the bulk of the collection, there is no mention of it in the finding aids. Aug 16 - Siege of Ft Mackinac. ], Printed by N. Coverly, Jun., [1813]) Bleecker, Harmanus. D.S. New York State Library call number: 124. Statement of cost of army clothing. Pageant of the Champlain Valley in Connection with the Centennial Celebration of the Battle of Plattsburgh. 1 page. New York State Library call number: SCO BD 1656 [photostat], Order of Performances for the First Celebration of the Washington Benevolent Society of Massachusetts, April 30, 1812. The impact of the Treaty of Versailles after WWI, the worldwide economic downturn, the failure of appeasement, the growth of militarism in Germany and Japan, and the League of Nations' failure are among the causes of world war II. A broadside copy of a resolution adopted by the Albany Common Council to pay tribute to Major General Stephen van Rensselaer and the troops under his command for the "gallantry and valor they displayed in the attack upon Queenston Heights" during the War of 1812. British troops attacking New Orleans were unaware of the peace deal, which still had to be ratified by both governments. Anderson, Elbert, Jr. Compiled Military Service Records | National Archives ), Attack on Oswego [War of 1812] New York State Library call number: 11598. Over the next two and half years, both sides engaged in bitter contests, and the war ended with much unchanged between the two countries. Account of the Battle of Lake Champlain, September 11, 1814. Document 1 The United States declared War on Great Britain on June 12, 1812. Burton Historical Collection. (1866) (January 1864, page 149), Battle at Sandy Creek [War of 1812] New York State Library call number: SCO BD 1672 [photostat], Andrews, Charles. 170 pages) House. Book contains true copies of general and special orders dispatched to Lieutenant Henry R. Wendell of the New York State Militia, 6th Regiment of Infantry. A large collection of records related to the business and military interests of Henry R. Wendell. Black Americans and World War II | C-SPAN Classroom Stone, Republican Office, 1843) [Oliver Hazard Perry and the Battle of Lake Erie] 4. Committee Appointed to Enquire into the Spirit and Manner in Which the War Has Been Waged by the Enemy. 1, Select British Documents of the War of 1812 vol. 4 items. Map and Description of the Southern Section of the United States, Including Florida, &c. 3. 2(4) pages. New York State Library call number: SCO BD 1668 [photostat], Unparralleled [sic] Victory. J. Thackara, fec't. Orderly book, 1814 (Box 5, Folder 1) also available on microfilm (MB/FM 973.52 G226 206-10018), Gilder, R., Capt. Includes comments on the Battle of Queenston Heights. The letters mainly concern religious reflections. (S.l. The American Revolution | National Archives Lewis County cemetery record of Revolutionary War and War of 1812 soldiers. Second ballad on sheet: Jack of Gunea. The Whole Carefully Compiled from the Journal of Charles Andrews, a Prisoner in England, from the Commencement of the War, Until the Release of All the Prisoners. Call Number: Online - free - HathiTrust. Tribute of Respect to Stephen van Rensselaer, October 31, 1812. Causes of the War of 1812 At the outset of the 19th century, Great Britain was locked in a long and bitter conflict with Napoleon Bonaparte's France. General Orders, April 21, 1812. form) 2(4) pages. United States. 9th Brigade. PDF CLASSROOM | Primary Documents - U.S. National Park Service Diary of general orders, 1814 (Box 1, Folder 12) also available in microfiche (MB/FF 973.52 G226 200-5116). Included are military records of Cornelius Van Antwerp, as an officer during the War of 1812. Also, a Particular Detail of All Occurrences Relative to That Horrid Massacre at Dartmoor, on the Fatal Evening of the 6th of April, 1815. New York State Library call number: 14519. PDF May 2021 - Veterans Affairs Macdonough standing on a ship surrounded by men in the throes of the battle; in the background can be seen ships. The War of 1812 (18 June 1812 - 17 February 1815) was a conflict fought by the United States of America and its indigenous allies against the United Kingdom and its allies in British North America, with limited participation by Spain in Florida. ", Waterhouse, Benjamin. Robinson was acting as major general and provisional lieutenant governor of the province of Upper Canada. : s.n., [1815?]) A Notable Gift from General Eisenhower. [Geneva: James Bogert, 1812] New York State Library call number: (747) 1812, Lewis, Samuel. Comprising a Particular Detail of the Naval and Military Operations, and a Faithful Record of the Events Produced During the Contest, The Military Heroes of the War of 1812 with a Narrative of the War, Report on "The Star-spangled Banner," "Hail Columbia," "America," "Yankee Doodle", Historical Sketches of the Late War, Between the United States and Great Britain Blended. Our navy have not ventured from the harbor since the declaration of war until about 6 weeks ago and have done nothing except the taking of two small merchant vessels of small value. History of the Late War, Between the United States and Great Britain: Containing a Minute Account of the Various Military and Naval Operations; Illustrated with Plates, Views of the Campaigns of the North-western Army, &c. Comprising, Sketches of the Campaigns of Generals Hull and Harrison, a Minute and Interesting Account of the Naval Conflict on Lake Erie, Military Anecdotes, Abuses in the Army, Plan of a Military Settlement, View of the Lake Coast from Sandusky to Detroit. 1946. New York State Library call number: V,SCO BRO 1772, The Battle of Queenston . Public Speeches Delivered at the Village of Buffalo on the 6th and 8th Days of July, 1812, by Hon. 1(4) pages. Contains lists of British prisoners (sheets 50-54). M'Donough Has Captured the Whole British Fleet on Lake Champlain, Brilliant Naval Victory. Regt. At bottom of document: "John Gott and all those who have signed their names to this paper were citizens of the City of Albany, New York State. New York State Library call number: SC20914. Includes an inventory of barracks citing deficiencies of house, barn and fences, April 20, 1812 (D., 2 pages). Mr. Calhoun, from the committee of Foreign Relations, to whom was referred the message of the President of the United States of the 1st of June, 1812, made the following report: That, after the experience which the United States have had of the great injustice of the British New York State Library call number: 125. New York State Library call number: C,973.52,T48, United States. In July 1812 he was ordered to close the recruiting station and join Captain George Nelson's company, which was then stationed with other troops at Greenbush. Plattsburgh Centenary Commission. The war ended inconclusively after three years of fighting. A.L.S. The US Navy had only 17 warships, and the British navy was huge. Today, most Americans recall the war because of two events: the British occupation of the United States capital of Washington, D.C., and Andrew Jacksons victory in the Battle of New Orleans. : s.n., s.d.) New York State Library call number: N,040,B,v.108, Viger, Jacques. New York State Library call number: 8735. As part of the conflict, the British Royal Navy had forced as many as 6,000 Americans into its service through the practice of impressing American merchant sailors. Included are muster rolls, orders, returns, requisitions, accounting records, inspection reports and appointment records of the regiment. Barclay, Thomas. November 28th, 1812." The third document is a report sent by Hoops to Major Van Campen, dated July 22, 1812, regarding the meeting. A Song Composed on the Arrival of These Frigates in Boston, Yesterday (December 31, 1812,) with a Good Supply of the Ready Reino, Offset for the Chesapeake, or the Capture of Fort George, and Repulse of the Enemy from Sacket's Harbor, Order of Performances at the Third Public Celebration of the Washington Benevolent Society of Massachusetts, April 20, 1814. 6th Regiment. Col. Daniel Bedell from the 15th November 1814, when last mustered, to the 28th November, 1814 in the service of the United States. Manuscripts | Prints | Broadsides | Maps | Broadside Ballads | Published Accounts | Newspapers | NYS Session Laws. (S.l. Two images glued to a sheet of paper. First Lady Dolley Madison helped to rescue the Gilbert Stuart portrait of George Washington in the White House dining room before the British arrived. 200 pages) A.D. 1p. Includes a letter from Gouverneur Morris to Lewis B. Sturges, Morrisania, February 12, 1814, in which Morris discusses peace prospects and the fall of Bonaparte, and criticizes American conduct in the War of 1812. Army. Letter, December 7, 1813, New York, to John Hamilton, Philadelphia.A.L.S. The documents relate to Hoops's meeting with the Senecas and their chief, Cornplanter. A.D. 1p. : s.n., s.p.) Adjutant General. (June 1863, page 13); Put-In-Bay, (August 1863, page [289]); Tippecanoe Battle-Ground (July 1863, page [145]); View at Lundy's Lane, 1860 [sic] (January 1864, page [145]); Ruins of Fort Miami (August 1863, page 290); View at Tippecanoe Battle-Ground (July 1863, page 148); Barney's Spring (March 1864, page 440), The New York State Library has a paper copy of Harper's New Monthly Magazine (J,051,qH29m) and a subscription to the online version. New York State Library call number: 12305. (New York: Nathaniel Currier, pub., 1845) Item 279 (letter to Henry Dearborn, March 30, 1813) is also available on microfilm MB/FM,973.309,D285,91-18510,Item 9. Looking at America's forgotten War of 1812 | Constitution Center Lesson 2: President Madison's 1812 War Message: A Documentary Review
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