Benjamin Rush ALS August 2, 1798

Name/Title

Benjamin Rush ALS August 2, 1798

Description

Writing to his former student at the University of Pennsylvania, the Declaration signer advised a continuous pursuit of knowledge. A fantastic letter that contains references to many of Rush's main teaching and theories of medicine. It also alludes to Yellow Fever, and discussed his oldest son, who would later live his life in the psychiatric ward of Pennsylvania Hospital.

Condition

Overall Condition

Excellent

Date Examined

Feb 3, 2026

Notes

Housed in custom leather and cloth folder.