Name/Title
Membership Records, (3 folders, 1917-ca. 1915)Scope and Content
Handwritten and typed documents detailing military service histories.
Membership records, transfers, and pension-related correspondence.
Letters and petitions related to veteran recognition and honors.
Some documents contain notes on individual service members and their contributions.Context
A collection of documents related to military service, G.A.R. membership, and veteran records. These materials provide insights into the experiences and affiliations of African American veterans, particularly those connected to Lewis H. Latimer.Collection
Latimer Family Papers (1870-1996 ) [QPL Full Collection], Grand Army of the Republic (1893-1939)[ Sub-Series]Archive Items Details
Title
Military Service and Membership Records from the Grand Army of the RepublicDescription
This folder preserves records of military veterans associated with Latimer, documenting their engagement with the Grand Army of the Republic and their post-service advocacy. It includes both official documentation and personal correspondence regarding veteran affairs.Location
Folder
377h/5Box
377Archival Collection
Latimer Family Papers (1870-1996 ) QPL CollectionLibrary
Queens Borough Public LibraryCity
Jamaica, QueensState
New York, USAContinent
North AmericaCountry
United States
