"On the evening of May 13, 1861, General Benjamin Butler and 1,000 Union soldiers arrived at Baltimore's Camden Street Station by train. Under the cover of a thunderstorm, they fortified Federal Hill to ensure the city of Baltimore remained under Union control, after the Pratt Street Riot less than a month earlier."
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War of 1812 Collection, MS 1846, 1794-1960
Descriptive Summary
Calendar of War of 1812 Collection
MS.1846
Maryland Historical Society
Baltimore MD 21201-4674
by
Drew Gruenburg
March 1979
Scope and Content Note
The War of 1812 Collection, MS.1846, consists of letters, documents, and other material all of which concerns the War of 1812. Although the bulk of the collection spans the years 1812-1815, there is a wide range of material dating from 1794 to 1960.
The collection reflects both a personal side of the war and a military side. The personal side is revealed by the great number of letters between friends, relatives, and family members concerning their opinions on the war, military activities, and the outlook of the country in general. There are also pages from personal journals, personal statements regarding the war, and certificates of membership in various military associations and clubs.
The military side of the war is reflected in correspondence to and from soldiers and government officials, military records including muster rolls, pay rolls, conscientious objector lists, and commissions, and in other military and government related material such as receipts, logbooks of U.S. vessels, minutes of meetings, and resolutions.
Many of the items in the collection are either typescripts, photostats, or xerox copies. This will be noted on the calendar.
Series Description
The collection has been divided into two main categories: Personal, and Military and Government. The Personal papers have been furthered divided into correspondence and general sections. The Military and Government papers have been furthered divided into correspondence, records, and general sections. There are also two other sections, one devoted to conscientious objector lists and one devoted to muster rolls.
The personal correspondence sections contain letters between friends, family members, and relatives concerning the war -- their opinions on disturbances and the general outlook of the country. There are letters dealing with the declaration of war, of rioting in Baltimore in 1812, preparations for military action in Baltimore, the Battle of Bladensburg, and the Battle of Baltimore. Some letters are from soldiers relating activities of their military life to parents and friends. 1808-1917.
The personal-general section consists of personal accounts of wartime activities, insurance policies, a passport, and certificates of membership in the Association of the Defenders of Baltimore. 1802-1878.
Military correspondence consists of letters written to and from military and government officials. The letters reveal activities during the war including shipping and blockades, foreign relations, troop movements, ammunition deliveries, and
battle descriptions. Correspondents include John H. Rogers, Ninian Pinkney, James McHenry, Thomas W. Veazey, William H. Nicholson, John Stricker, Robert Carr, and Florant Meline. Correspondence dates from 1794-1835.
The Military and Government records date from 1812-1936 and include uniform regulations, commissions, regimental orders, ration and provision returns, pay rolls, certificates of service, orderly books, and pensions.
The Military and Government records- general are made up of receipts for services offered to the military, bills, minutes of meetings, logs of the Surprize and Tonnant, descriptions of the Battle of Baltimore, and land bounty certificates for veterans. 1807-c. 1960.
Conscientious Objector Lists 1808-1812
Muster Rolls ca. 1812-1815
Introduction
The War of 1812 Collection, MS.1846, is an artificial collection consisting of items originally located in the Vertical File. They were amassed together to form one collection because of their relationship to the War of 1812. The items were given at various times and by various donors and the provenance of some items is clouded. The collection consists of seven boxes and dates from 1794- c.1960 although the bulk of the material spans the years 1812-1815.
Calendar of the War of 1812 Collection MS.1846
Personal Correspondence
1808- 1812
Brown, William to his parents
Series of Letters- Handwritten copies
[1811]
Rider, R.D. to A. Rider
Hopes that war with America will not last long; next Parliament will be forced to do America justice; prices of flour, potatoes, cheese, butter.
1811 October 29
Bier, J.G. to Jacob Bier
Describes dealings with Norwegians; defines blue dollar and shin plaister; discusses privateers; vessel undergoing repairs.
1812 June 25
McConnell, Matthew to Julianna [McConnell]
We are all as well as might be expected after the solemn declaration of war against Great Britain; heavy fighting at our capes.
1812 July 28
Williams, James W. to John W. Stump
News of battles at sea; in consequence of publication of the Federal Republican, 40 hot headed Federalists anticipated riot; frequent discharge of pieces
1812 July 30
Patterson, William to John Patterson
Letter describing disturbances at Federal Republican Printing Office; editors and employees defended the building, some killed
1812 August 30
Bayley, Gardner to Frye Bayley
Discusses trip from Vermont to Baltimore; been through Catskills, to West Point, New York City; talk of riot in Baltimore
1812 September 26 December 15
Morton ; Russell to Briscoe ; Partridge
Notification of shipment; hopes for a settlement of differences between France and the U.S.
1812 December 12
Snyder, George D. to Jesse P. Albright
You have not written me enough; we are building huts for our winter quarters.
1812 December 18
Dix, T. Jr. to Charles Walker
Sorry to leave Concord without having opportunity of seeing your family; unable to fully pay Mr. Sharpe's demands; just received orders to remove to Annapolis.
1812 December 29
Gauntt, Charles to Charles Gaskill
Received yours of the 28render="italic">th; have no expectation of coming to Washington soon; expect to go to sea in month of March.
1813 January 31
Baldwin, W.H. to Maria Gambrill
Received orders to repair immediately to St. Mary's, the state of Georgia; I shall write again soon
typescript
1813 April 23
Hoffman, David to Virgil Maxcy
This city (Baltimore) has become intolerable... form and show but no spirit... nothing which could protect the city from bombardment.
xerox copy
1813 April 25
Kerr, John L. to Dr. Edward Harris
We have been in a continual state of commotion for more than ten days past on account of near approach of British squadron.
Original plus typescript
1813 April 25
Randall, Henry to John Randall, Jr.
Received letter; we now lay in Hudson River under North Battery.
typescript
1813 June 4
Randall, Henry to John Randall, Sr.
On Tuesday last our squadron weighed and stood out to sea; the enemy was discovered.
typescript
1813 May 16
Purnell, Lemuel to Dr. Edward Harris
Measures taken to protect Kent County residents from British attacks.
1813 May 23
Boyd, James Pillar to James McHenry
Discussion of war in Europe and at home; politics, family matters.
photostat
1813 June 23
Murdock, Eleanor to George William Murdock
Letter dealing with her discontentment with the war.
1813 July 4
Richmond, Henry to John O'Neill
Presentation of sword in recognition of patriotic conduct in defense of Havre de Grace.
1813 July 21
Sandys, James to Charles Sandys
Reports that Robert was taken prisoner a few days ago in a watering party.
1813 October 7
Ludlow, Robert C. to Charles Ludlow
What is the cause of your long silence; Constitution is nearly ready for sea; Catharine is entirely recovered.
1814 January 19
Purviance, John to David Stewart
Have perused paper relative to claim against your company; cannot give answer to this claim until proceedings of Admiralty Court are received.
1814 April 2
Baldwin, W.H. to Maria Gambrill
My country demands my services; duty of every citizen to protect his country.
typescript
1814 April 14
Goldsborough, R.H. to unknown
1814 May, November
Baldwin, W.H. to Maria Gambrill
Been ordered to U.S. ship Peacock; now have the opportunity of improving myself in seamanship and of seeing a great deal of the world.
1814 May 4
Baker, John to John Baker, [Sr.]
I still remain in prison; please remit me fifty dollars; I hope my prize money will be enough.
1814 May 30
Dorsey, Nicholas to Greenbury Wilson
You and friends want to become members of a troop of horse; opposition respecting officers.
1814 June 22
Presstman, William to E. Jackson
Discusses news from Europe and Bonaparte.
1814 August 29
Forman, T[homas] M. to Martha Brown Forman
Describes new quarters in Baltimore; increasing strength of his troops; mentions General Samuel Smith.
Original plus handwritten copy.
1814 September 10
Armistead, George to Louisa Armistead
Family news; talk of British movements on the bay.
Original plus typescript
1814 September 27
Harris, John to William Harris
Has spent a very fatiguing time... marching but not much fighting; describes marching to Bladensburg.
1814 September 9
Hoffman, George W.M. to John Hoffman
Describes march to Bladensburg and the ensuing battle.
1814 September 12
[Hewes, John] to Edward Hewes
British fleet is in full view of this city, (Baltimore); gives size of British invading forces and their movements.
1814 September [13]
Hollingsworth, Levi to Ann Hollingsworth
Description of his part in Battle of Baltimore; notes he received a wound.
Plus notice of his being wounded. 1816.
1814 September 14
Forman, T[homas] M. to Martha Brown Forman
Re: Battle of Baltimore; troop movements; skirmishes.
Original with handwritten copy
[1814 September 14]
[Stump, John] to Sally Stump
Reference to Battle of Baltimore; Fort McHenry
1814 September 17
Robertson, W.M. to Mitchell Robertson
Re: Battle of Baltimore
1814 September 20
McHenry, M. to John McHenry
Re: Battle of Baltimore
typescript
1814 September 23
Teackle, Severn to Philip Wallis
Re: Battle of Baltimore; mention of Mr. Key writing a song
photostat
1814 September 29
Stevens, James to Mrs. Julian Pernell
Tired, my poor frame is weak; Battle of Baltimore.
1814 October 2
Sandys, James to Charles Sandys
Enclose mu appointment to act as Lieutenant of Hornet; we landed with intention to attack Baltimore however we found the enemy too strong.
1814 November 14
Bell, John to Thomas C. Bell
Report on[work] of Battle of Fort McHenry; Baltimore surrounded by encampments; soldiers dying off rapidly...
photostat and typescript
1814 December 21
Lloyd, Edward to Elijah Davis
Must retire from public office at this time; fraud practiced in Maryland govt. to obtain power.
photostat
1815 March 14
Ludlow, Robert to Charles Ludlow
Secretary has ordered officers and men at Sacketts Harbour to this place (Charlestown, Mass.); force going up Mediterranean will be respectable.
1815 April 19
Kinsong, Jahiel to Joseph Tidball
I address you with excited sensibilities and strong emotions of sympathy; arrived here to await the great chief on my honourable acquittal.
1815 May 13
Robinson, [Frances] to Edward Robinson
Family news; I hope you are all well
Original and typescript.
1815 August 5
Rider, R.D. to Arthur Rider
Re: father's death; I glory in the success of the American cause.
1817 March 1
Bayley, G[ardner] to Frye Bayley
Wishes to see tha family; has lived under great stress.
1818 August 6
Montgomery, John to Cashier of the Bank of Washington
Deliver to Benjamin [Homan] a packet of papers deposited in the Bank in my name in [1813-1814].
1819 May 5
Hill, Ebenezer to B. Hill
Discusses travels; observations of Baltimore; Compares Baltimore and Philadelphia
photostat
1820 October 30
Hawkins, James H. to Nathaniel F. Williams
Letter praising William's patriotic services during War of 1812.
1843 December 28
William, N.F. to John A. Webster
I have in my care for safe keeping the sword given you by the State of Maryland for the gallant defense of this city [Baltimore]
1853 July 22
Webster, John A. to Brantz Mayer
Records role in Battle of Baltimore at Fort McHenry.
1853 October 27
Ingraham, Edward D. to Brantz Mayer
Re: furnishing Mayer with information about Ingraham's role in War of 1812.
1854 April 17
Piper, James to Brantz Mayer
Gives version of British assault on Baltimore in considerable detail. Published in Maryland Historical Magazine VII
1855 April 17
Scott, Winfield to James Norton
Explains Baltimore's role in War of 1812
photostat
1861 December 9
Lester, John to Benson J. Lossing
Re: first printing of Star Spangled Banner; location of Battery at Fort Covington.
1885 October 27
King, Horatio to John H. B. Latrobe
My narrative of [UNK] of Bladensburg and capture of Washington appears in November number of the magazine of American History; copy being sent to the society
1885 November 5
[UNK] Horatios to John H. B. Latrobe
Present November number of the Magazine of American History to Maryland Historical Society
1906 December 7
Bonaparte, Charles J. to Mendes Cohen
Letter re: construction of steam frigate at Baltimore; letters from Robert Fulton, Navy Department
1909 January 8
Robinson, John to [Richard D.] Fisher
Life of Thomas H. Perkins does not mention the Star; might be well to look into Admiralty Court Records in N.Y.
1917 March 10
Saltzgaber, G.M. to Cordelia Jackson
Letter re: war record of John Wood
n.d.
Bayley, G. to Lavinia Bayley
Letter describing life in floating prison in Jamaica; daily occurrences, how time was spent; poem.
Original and typescript
PERSONAL- GENERAL
1802-1817
Capt. George F. De la Roche
Memoranda of various trips at sea- autobiographical Photocopy; edited version in Maryland Historical Magazine vol. 42, December.
ca. 1812
McIntosh, Duncan
Account of the capture of English Brig Honduras; pages from Schooner America's journal.
1812 June 11
An Antedote against Fear
Statement of Cornelius Comegys entreating his countrymen to take up arms and fight.
1813 April 1
Hoffman, peter
Membership card for First Troop of Baltimore Light Dragoons.
1813 November 8
Goodwin, Lyle et als. to William Douglas
Insurance policy for schooner Osprey
Oversize
1813 November 8
Hackerman, H.H. et als. to William Douglas
Insurance policy for schooner Osprey
Oversize
1815 May 19
Law, Goerge
Passport
1815 June 10
Epigram on the Supreme Court
Also a note concerning Col. Nathan Towson's conduct at Battle of Black Rock.
1834 February 28
Karthaus, Peter Arnold
Statement written by Karthaus regarding shipping expeditions.
1839 September 16
Houck, Jacob
Agreement for sale of land; typed copy
1842 May 14
Eichelberger, George S. and Hiss, Jesse L.
Certificates of membership in the Association of the Defenders of Baltimore in 1814.
1876, 1878
Toasts given on the anniversary of the Battle of Baltimore.
N.D.
Joshua's Prophecy
Gilbert Byron, short story
N.D.
Rogers, Commodore
Biographical Sketch
N.D.
Incidents of the War of 1812
Recollections of J[ohn] S[teuart] Skinner from the Baltimore Patriot.
N.D.
Star Spangled Banner
Handwritten copy possibly done by Mary Swope of Baltimore.
N.D.
The War of 1812 on the Chesapeake Bay
by Gilbert Byron typed copy.
1892 December 13
Slee, Sadie Louise
Certificate of honorary membership in the Association of the Descendents of the Defenders of Baltimore
1893 October 21
Easter, Arthur M.
Seal of Society of War of 1812 presented to him at meeting
MILITARY - Correspondence
1794 August 22
Randolph Edmund to Governor [R.D. Spaight]
Letter explaining complaints of British officials about unfriendly treatment towards British ships and seamen while in Amerivan ports. copy
1809 February 28
Montgomery, John to Gen. E.F. Chambers et al.
Re: British and French shipping; discussion of non-intercourse act; talk of Madison and Jefferson
1809 May 16
Duvall, Gabriel to Collectors
Circular letter to all collectors
1809 August 18
Armstrong, John to John Trippe
Discussion of shipping and blockade in Holland
1811 December 11
Archer, Stevenson to [Elijah Davis]
Report of Committee on Foreign Relations recommends preparations of hostile nature
1812-1813
Robinson, A. to James McHenry
Series of letters; land prices; selling of coffee
typed copies
1812 June 19
Sweeting, Thomas to Capt. John H. Rogers
Notice of a meeting of the officers of 51st regiment
1812 July 17
Sweeting, Thomas to Capt. John H. Rogers
Orders to draft men to parade at Howard's Park on 29th July
1812 July 20
Fulton, J.W. to Capt. John H, Rogers
Statement of hearing loss; unable to serve in militia
1812 August 10
Sawyer, H. to [Don Onis]
Received your letter; will give orders to commanders of His Majesty's Squadron not ot molest American Vessels.
1812 October 5
Deringer, Henry to Ninian Pinkney
Will soon have swords ready; was unlucky with he pistols barrels; will pack swords and send as soon as possible.
1813 January 15
McHenry, James to Benjamin Tallmadge
Letter describing dream involving Madison, War of 1812, British Army, Bonaparte, 13th Congress -- photostat
1813 May 10
Veazey, Thomas W. to John Ward et al.
Request that you act as a committee to ascertain the damages done by forses under Admiral Cockburn to the inhabitants of Frederick Town.
1813 August 16
Nicholson, Maj. Wm. H. to Lt. Col. Thomas Wright
States enemy's movements from Queenstown; gives reasons why he retreated instead of engaging the the enemy; discusses British troops on Kent Island
1813 October 18
Armstrong, John to Florant Meline
Appointment as 3rd Lieutenant in 15th regiment of infantry.
1814 August 19
Stricker, John to Major Armistead
Please deliver artillery ammunition to Colonel Harris
1814 June 20
Military Instructions to Colonel Beall
Persons from Annapolis promise to send artillery and horses to Col. Beall. Also letter from E.W. Beall to daughter in Georgetown about family matters
1814 June 22
Perry, Oliver Hazard to Samuel L. Anderson
You, with my other friends, rejoiced in my good fortune; see boston in better light than Anderson; Anderson is warped by party feeling.
1814 June 29
Carr, Robert to Florant Meline
Directed to proceed to Philadelphia to open a recruiting rendezvous for the 15th regiment
1814 July 26
Carr, Robert to Florant Meline
Will be at your rendezvous Thursday next; pleased at your success
1814 August 17
Evans, D.L. to Col. Thornton
Instructions concerning movements of British troops in attacks on Baltimore and Washington
1814 August 17
Carr, Robert to Florant Meline
Directed to forward all the recruits at your rendezvous to Trenton
1814 August 26
Jones, Lloyd to Madame de la Roche
Saw George de la Roche in Washington; fears peace will not succeed and extermination and hatred will follow
1814 Sept. 13
Foncier, John to James McHenry
Appreciates McHenry's kindness; hopes Ft. McHenry will resist enemy attack; requests letter from McHenry giving evidence of approbation of U.S. for Foncier's services
1814 Sept. 19
Wagner, John to Capt. Philip B. Sadtler
Wagner tenders his resignation; he has never been naturalized- suffered indignities
1814 October 6
Henck, F.W. to P[hilip] B. Sadtler
[UNK] beg leave to tender you my resignation as a regular member of the company
1814 October 15
Carr, Robert to Florant Meline
Directed to forward ten recruits to this place; Send the man whom you mentionned as a good fifer
1814 November 10
Carr, Robert to Florant Meline
Will receive clothing from Trenton; forward eight of your party to Trenton
[1814]
Jones, William to Richard Cutts
Re: nails to be purchased for the Navy Dept.
1815 February 8
Burd, John A. to Florant Meline
Wish to confine Daniel Reynolds as a deserter; some example must be made and Reynolds would be a good subject
1815 February 17
Carr, Robert to Florant Meline
Forward ten of your recruits to Trenton
1815 March 16
Jessop, Abraham to Charles Perygo
Ordered regimental Court Martial to convene at Randallstown; I appoint you a menmber of the court
[1815]
George Presstman et al. to Paul Bentalou
re; the removal of piles in the harbor put there to prevent British ships from having free passage to Baltimore
1835 October 1
Hagner, P. to James H. Causten
Ship Scioto sunk in defence of Baltimore was raised and returned to the owners; amount to be paid to owners depends on condition before sunk.
GOVERNMENT, MILITARY- RECORDS
1812-1815
Uniform Regulations
Maryland Militia- photostats
1812 March 25
Newton, William
Commission as major of extra battalion of the militia of Dorchester Co.; signed by Robert Bowie
1812 May 22
Hawkins, Samuel
Commission as Lieutenant Col. in militia of Charles Co; signed by Robert Bowie; photostat
1812 May 22
Moale, Samuel
Commission as Captain of artillery company, Maryland Militia in the City of Baltimore signed by Robert Bowie
1812 July 23
Post, Thomas
Commission as 1st Lieutenant in 12th regiment of infantry of U.S.; signed by James Madison William Eustis; oversize
1812 December 30
Ship Osprey
Register of vessel; oversize
1814-1815
Warner, A.E.
Commission, correspondence, provision returns
typescript
1813 August 20
[Burke, Nicholas]
Account of sundry expenses of the company that I command...
1813 March 12
Winder, William H.
Regimental orders. 14th infantry
1813 March 30
Armstrong, J. to Thomas Post
Appointment as Captain in 12th regiment of infantry
1813 April
Provision Returns
1813 April
Role of City Horse Guards Baltimore
1813 May 14
Dorsey, John W.
Commission as Captain in 32nd regiment of militia of Anne Arundel Co.; signed by Levin Winder
1813 August 8
Brooke, Thomas; Duvall, Trueman
Provision Returns
1813 August 20- 23
Maryland Militia- Receipt Book
1813 September 6
Barnes, Adam
Pay Roll
1813 September 22
Gaines, E.P. to JohN Wirt
Difference on statement of the recruiting account of Gaines
1813 November 2
Stout, Ira
Certificate of service for 71 days as Sergeant in 1st regiment of Kentucky Mounted Volunteers
1814 February 1
Steiner, Stephen
Commission as major in militia of Frederick Co.; signed by Levin Winder
1814 February 26
Copy of document re Schooner Lawrence; Edward Veazey; oversize
1814 March 7
Dryden, Josjua
Certificate of membership in the Baltimore Union Volunteers
1814 March 24
Hennick, George
Commission as major in militia of City of Baltimore; signed by Levin Winder
1814 March 25
Ross, Reuben
Commission as 2nd lieutenant; signed by Levin Winder; original plus photostat
1814 April 15
Kirwan, Solomon et als.; formation of artillery company
Creighton, Isaac et als.; election of officers for the company
1814 April 18
Pay Roll of the 21st regiment of Maryland militia
photostat
1814 April 24
Kent County Militia
Certificate of election of officers
1814 July
Somerville, William C.
Pay Receipt
1814 July 7
Taylor, Peregrine
Certificate of service in Calvert County militia
1814 July 13
Perego, Charles
Commission as ensign in militia of Baltimore Co.; signed by Levin Winder
1814 Aug.- Nov.
Orderly Book
Third Maryland Brigade
1814 August 8
Belt, William J.
Prisoner of war certificate
1814 August 30
Report of the 56th Virginia regiment
1814 August 31
Baltimore Horse Artillery
List of Subscribers
1814 Sept. 13
List of the Artillery Co. of Fencibles immediately after bombardment of Fort McHenry
1814 November 8
Cooke, William
Commission as captain in 5th regiment of Md. militia
1814 November 14
Robinson, [Joseph]
Court Martial Proceedings
1814 November 18
McHenry, Francis
Discharge Proceedings; xerox copy
1814 October 15- Nov. 26
Orderly book of First Division Pennsylvania Militia
1815 February 24
Stewart, Joseph
Bounty petition concerning capture of British armed schooner and request for bounty- to Senate and House of Rep.
1815 March 11- April 5
Belton, Francis J.
General orders fro 10th Military District; proceedings of court martial on discipline cases oversize
1819 December 4
Shaw, John
Return of arms and ammunition
1830 April 28
Wells, Mary
Petition for Assistance and Support of son killed at Battle of North Point
typed copy
1870 July 8
Reardon, Elizabeth
Claim for pension from husband who served in War of 1812
photostat
1872 August 7
Stump, Sarah R.
Widow's Pension
1874 June 25
Taylor, James
Survivor's pension
1936
Hiller, A.D. to J. Hall Pleasants
re: records of John Clemm; soldier killed in Battle of Baltimore
MILITARY RECORDS
1884 June
Hiss, Eliza
Widow's pension
1813 August
Return of Capt. Wm. MeConchin's Co.
1813 August 30
Payroll
51st Md. militia of Capt. Michael Peter
1813 September
payroll
51st Md. Militia; Capt. Haubert's Co.
1813 May 6
Return of 45th regiment
1814
payroll
of Capt. Comegy's Co.
1814 Sept.
Pay roll
1st regiment of Capt. Parnham's Co.
1811-1812
List of eligible for enrollment in militia
Missing as of Feb. 7, 1997 [UNK]
Government, Military- General
1807 July 3
Copy of resolutions made by citizens of Annapolis regarding attack of British ship Leonard on American Frigate Chesapeake; Robert Wright
1813-1815
Minutes af the Governor and Council of Maryland typescript
1813 April 12
Flannagain, Wm. and James Beatty Parsons, Wm.
Articles of agreement for the building of a 48 gun frigate in Baltimore; dimensions and sizes of materials
1813 April 17
Cry ; Hetzler
Bill for levelling road at head of Dulaney St.; Hampstead Hill; towards North Point
1813 July 20
Mankin, Isaiah
Received of quarter master R. Moale an order for Mankin
1813 August
[Corbley], Elizabeth
Receipt for 1 month house rent; Hampstead Hill
1813 December 14
Committee of St. Mary's 60. to U.S. Congress
Statement of grievances typescript
1813 December 8
Skinner, John to John Grey
Account for use of Sloop President to convey prisoners of war and provisions; photostat
1814 January 21
Monroe, James to
Form letter directing that no commissions be issued to private armed vessels unless they have compliment of at least twenty officers and men.
1814 March 27
Jackson, Gen Andrew
Map of position at Battle of Horse Shoe; xerox copy
1814 Aug. 30- Oct. 2
Log of the render="italic">Surprize; xerox copy with typescript
1814 Aug. 23 - Sept. 30
Log of the Tonnant; xerox copy and typescript
1814 Aug.24 - 1815 Jan.9
Minute Book of the Committee of Vigilance and Safety
1814 Sept. 6 - 13
Description of events leading up to Battle of Baltimore
Typescript from The Naval History of Great Britain
1814 Sept. 27
Baltimore, Battle of- description
Account in the Salem Gazette; Massachusetts
oversize
1814 Sept.
H.M.S. Tonnant ; H.M.S. Surprize
Records of these ships relating Key's visit
[1814]Sept. 13
Captains Brown, Wilcocks, and McNamara send thanks for everything received at this [house]
1814 Sept. 24
Official account of Battle of Baltimore printed in Baltimore newspaper
1814 Sept. 17
Committee of Vigilance and Safety
Account and correspondence
1814 Sept. 22
Holt, John; Lock, Alexander
Received of John Holt 2 eighteen pound cannon
1814 October 17
Champayne, John Royer
Protest against the Committee of Vigilance and Safety
1814 November 2
Spencer, Capt. Jonathan to Solomon Lowe
Deliver to Sergeant Chance 17 rations for the men
1814 November 10
Barry, Major Standish
Affadavit regarding death of Barry's horse in battle; receipt for $200.00
[1814 Nov. 18]
Eichelberger, George S.
Certificate of service in the Baltimore Independent Blues
1814 Nov. 26
Fowler, Benjamin
Affadavit and receipt for loss of horse killed in battle
1814 Nov. 27
Frazier, Joseph to Solomon Lowe
Please to service out eleven half rations of whiskey for the guard on duty at Easton
1814 Sept. 12
Baltimore, Battle of
description; photostat
1814
Stockton, Richard Field
and the defence of Baltimore; short biographical sketches
1815 February 18
Caldwell, John R.
Minutes of a conversation held with James Monroe
1815 March 18
Committee of Vigilance and Safety to Joseph Jeffers
Receipt for driving piles in the Baltimore basin
1815 March 20
Robinson, Thomas
Receipt for $1.50 for hauling British prisoner's baggage from the point to the jail
1815 May 13
Pinkney, William
opinion on British ship captured American privateers
[1815]
Committee of Citizens of Baltimore to Capt. John Webster
Re; presentation of plate to Lt. Col. Armistead and presentation of award to Webster for Gallant defence of Ft. McHenry
1816 February 12 February 14
Great Britain- Orders in Council
prohibiting exportation of gunpowder, salt petre, or arms
1816 April 17
Resolution by the city of Baltimore
Maj. Gen. Samuel Smith, Brig. Gen. John Stricker, and Lt. Col. George Armistead to sit for their portraits; thanks also given for their services
photostat
1819 March 22
Bassett, William
Land bounty certificate for land in Missouri; signed by James Monroe
1823 May 14
Taylor, James M.
Affadavit re slave who reportedly fled to British
[1843 Sept. 12]
York North Pointers
Celebration of Pennsylvanians who fought in Maryland at Battle of Baltimore
1852 May 1
Robb, John
Land Bounty certificate granted to those engaged in military service of United Sattes; copy
1853 August 13
List of members of the Association of the Defenders of Baltimore in 1814
1929 Nov. 4
Key, F.S. and J.S. Skimner
Info. on from Public Records Office photostat
ca.1816
North Point, Battle
Description of a resolution relating to the commission of a painting of the battle
ca.1960
Sasscer, Harrison
Some particulars of the Death of Sir Peter Parker written by Sasscer
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CONSCIENTIOUS OBJECTORS LISTS
1808 Sept. 26
Conscientious Objectors
for persons residing in the 5th regiment
1808 Nov. 6
Conscientious Objectors- return of for persons residing in 16th regiment
1809 February 1
for persons residing in 28th regimental district of Maryland militia
1809 February 3
for person residing in 24th regimental district
1809 Feb. 14
for persons belonging to the Extra Battalion of Harford Co. militia
1809 Feb. 18
for person residing in 47th regimental district
1809 Feb. 21
for persons residing in 29th regimental district
1809 Feb. 22
for persons belonging to the Extra Battalion of Montgomery Co. militia
1809 Feb. 22
for persons residing in 42nd district
1809 Feb. 25
for persons residing in 40th regimental district
1809 Feb. 28
for persons residing in 36th regimental district
1809 Feb. 28
for persons residing in 42nd regimental district
1809 March 6
for persons residing in 8th regimental district
1809 March 30
for persons residing in 13th regimental district
1809 April 18
for persons residing in 13th regiment of Maryland militia
1809 November
from Frederick Co. 9th district
1810 Feb. 10
for persons bearing arms in extra battalion of Harford Co.
1810 Feb. 17
for persons residing in 24 regiment
1810 March 20
for persons residing in 8th regiment
1811 Feb. 14
for persons belonging to extra battalion of Harford Co.
1811 Feb 20
for persons residing in 13th regiment
1812 Feb. 28
for persons belonging to extra battalion of Harford Co. militia
1812 Feb. 2
for persons residing in 13th regiment
1812 March 1
for persons residing in 8th regimental district
Muster Rolls
ca.1812
Kent Co. Militia Company
1813 July 15
of 45render="italic">th regiment
1813 July 29
of Capt. Cawood's Company
1813 July
of Capt. Dent's Company
1813 August 4
of Capt. James Massey
1813 Oct. Nov.
of field and staff officers, 12th regiment
1813 April
of City Horse guards
1814 March 25
of Capt. Dent's Company; and 43rd regiment of Lt. Col. William Camelton
1814 June 15
of Capt. Dunnington's Co. 43rd regiment
1814 June
of Capt. Thompson's Co.; 43rd regiment
1814 July 14
of Lt. Col. Wm. Hamilton's Co. oversize
1814 July 20
of Capt. Posey's Co.; 1st regiment oversize
1814 July 22
of Capt. Dunnington's Co.; 43rd regiment
1814 July
of 43rd regiment
1814 July
of Brig. Gen. Philip Stuart; 43rd regiment oversize
1814 July
of 34render="italic">th regiment Capt. Brooke's Co. oversize
1814 August 12
Baltimore Indepenent Company Muster Order
1814 Aug. 31-Sept. 18
of Capt. Kiersted's Co. 6render="italic">th regiment oversize
1814 Sept. 29
of Co. A, 36th regiment Capt. John Owings
1814 October
of Capt. P.B. Sadtler's Co. oversize
1814
of Capt. Millar's Co. oversize
1814
of Capt. Snowden's Co. oversize
1814
of Capt. Burgess' Co. oversize
1814
of Capt. Warner's Co. oversize
1815 Feb. 10
of Capt. Dent's Co. 43rd regiment oversize
1815
of Capt. Gray's Co. oversize
