Collection of Winfield Scott

This collection consists of a file of correspondence, a file of engraved portraits, and a scrapbook of correspondence along with a small amount of military orders, engraved portraits, political campaign literature, and newspaper clippings related to Scott’s personal, political and military life. Correspondence separate from the scrapbook contains 7 signed letters. The scrapbook contains approximately 130 additional letters between Scott and various military and political officials. Most letters are written by Scott; many are letters of introduction or recommendation. Some letters concern the 1830s conflicts involving the Creek and Seminole peoples; others relate to the War with Mexico. Correspondents include Salmon P. Chase, John E. Wool, and Edwin Stanton. Brief documents are present that are signed by Presidents Andrew Jackson, Ulysses S. Grant, Zachary Taylor, James K. Polk, and Andrew Johnson. Also included in the scrapbook are additional engraved portraits of Scott and other contemporary famous figures, and other miscellanea. Each item is accompanied by a typed description which provides additional background information.