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Bushee's diary is an account of his duties and the movements of Company E, 112 th Regiment, New York Infantry, from January to mid-November of 1863. Each entry begins with the phrase "1 day for Uncle Sam" and in the cash accounts in the back of the…

Handwritten book-length draft manuscript providing a very critical view of the military leadership and personal character of General Ulysses S. Grant. Attributed to Benjamin Butler, though evidence suggests a different author, possibly former Union…

Transcript for the handwritten book-length draft manuscript providing a very critical view of the military leadership and personal character of General Ulysses S. Grant. Attributed to Benjamin Butler, though evidence suggests a different author,…

One view of the car hood from Dave Butler and another view of the car hood with the other flags in Squires Student Center

This racecar hood was used on Dave Butler's 1993 Chevy car in a race at Langley Speedway in Hampton, Virginia, on April 21, 2007.

Includes photograph of driver and crew with Chevrolet Monte Carlo race car

This letter was sent from C. D. Ettiner to Edgar Knapp on March 4, 1864.

This letter was sent from C. M. Reynolds to Edgar Knapp on April 3, 1864.

Handmade card and poem titled "A Child Loaned" from the female inmates of Cambridge Springs Prison.

286 pages

Photographs taken of the "Dr. Hokie Bird" statue. Originally located College and Main , VT side, and sponsored by Virginia College of Osteopathic Medicine.

Candler tells his uncle that he's about to embark on a secret move in Maryland.

Candler tells his uncle that he's about to embark on a secret move in Maryland.

Candler tells his uncle that he's about to embark on a secret move in Maryland.

Candler tells his uncle that he's about to embark on a secret move in Maryland.

Candler tells his uncle that he's about to embark on a secret move in Maryland.

Candler tells his uncle about the march and the skirmishing that he's been through.

Candler tell his brother about the possibility of promotion.

Candler tells his brother that he's received orders to move, so he will miss his visit. He has been offered the promotion to Captain.

Candler tells his brother about being released from command of Company C, much to the dismay of the men. He discusses why he doesn't plan to accept the promotion to Captain.

Candler tells his brother about the war around him, including the constant bombardment of shells. He talks about the men preparing for another fight in Washington.

Candler details the most recent fight and the work at the Office of Provost Marshall.

Candler details McClellan's actions during the recent skirmishing.

Candler details recent days including camp conditions, weather, and skirmishing.