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Amos Beckwith certificates

 Collection
Collection number: ahc.MSS514

Scope and Content

This collection contains certificates awarded to Amos Beckwith and a letter sent along with one of the certificates for proof of receipt. Included are Beckwith's 1850 diploma from the United States Military Academy and commissioning certificates awarded as Beckwith moved up in rank. Among the certificates are his promotion to 2nd lieutenant in the 1st Regiment of Artillery in 1851, his promotion to brevet brigadier general in 1866, and his promotion to colonel in 1888.

Dates

  • 1850-1888

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open for research.

Conditions Governing Reproduction and Use

Unpublished manuscripts are protected by copyright. All requests to publish, quote, or reproduce must be submitted through the Kenan Research Center.

Administrative/Biographical History

Amos Beckwith (1825-1894) was born in Vermont, graduated from the United States Military Academy in 1850, and served on General William T. Sherman's staff during the Civil War. Additional biographical information about Amos Beckwith has not been determined.

Extent

2.08 linear ft. (one oversized folder)

Language

English

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Gift, 1981

Title
Amos Beckwith certificates
Author
Sue VerHoef
Date
July 2012
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Language of description note
Finding aid is written in English.

Repository Details

Part of the Kenan Research Center at Atlanta History Center Repository

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