Shell Family Papers, 1871-1932 (Ms1959-001)

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Title

Shell Family Papers, 1871-1932 (Ms1959-001)

Description

The Shell family moved from Pennsylvania to Virginia in the mid-1700s where they joined other early settlers in Montgomery County. While in Virginia, members of this family survived hostile encounters with Native Americans as well as served in the United States military during the Mexican-American war and World War I.

Abstract

This collection consists of letters, news clippings, and a historical sketch of the Shell family.

Creator

Shell Family, Montgomery County, Va.

Publisher

Special Collections, University Libraries, Virginia Tech

Date

1871-1932

Rights

Permission to publish material from the Shell Family Papers, Ms1959-001 must be obtained from Special Collections, Virginia Tech.

Access Rights

Collection is open to research.

Type

text

Identifier

Ms1959-001

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