Gen. John Frederick Hartranft: Letterbook, 1865; 1983

Item — Box: 8

Scope and Contents note

From the Collection:

Research materials relating to the book "Mary Suratt: An American Tragedy" by Elizabeth Trindal (1996).

Dates

1865; 1983

Conditions Governing Access note

Most manuscripts collections at the Georgetown University Booth Family Center for Special Collections are open to researchers; however, restrictions may apply to some collections. Collections stored off site require a minimum of three days for retrieval. For use of all manuscripts collections, researchers are advised to contact the Booth Family Center for Special Collections in advance of any visit.

Extent

From the Collection: 3.75 Linear Feet (8 boxes + 1 tube )

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Container Summary

Letters from General Hartranft to Gen. Winfield Scott Hanover (photocopy). Trindal's note: "The former was Special Provost Marshal in charge of the prisoners at the trial of the alleged conspirators in the assassination of President Lincoln. The collection consists of 106 letters giving a daily account of the prisoners."