Name/Title
Envelope Addressed to Benjamin C. Lincoln in Key WestEntry/Object ID
2015.01.0001Tags
Civil WarScope and Content
An envelope addressed to Benjamin C. Lincoln, of the 2nd U.S. Infantry (Colored) while he was stationed in Key West. There is a wax seal on the verso. A fervent patriot and devout Christian, Benjamin Lincoln's strong abolitionist beliefs led him to take a commission with the 2nd U.S. Infantry (Colored).Collection
Artifact CollectionLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Secondary Object Term
EnvelopeNomenclature Primary Object Term
Container, DocumentNomenclature Sub-Class
Writing AccessoriesNomenclature Class
Written Communication T&ENomenclature Category
Category 06: Tools & Equipment for CommunicationArchive Items Details
Date(s) of Creation
June 16, 1864Condition
Reason for Exam
At AcquisitionOverall Condition
Good
