Historical Society of Pennsylvania autograph collection

This is an artificial collection created by HSP staff, containing manuscript materials from many sources. This extensive collection is arranged alphabetically. Most of the papers pertain to individuals although some are grouped by organization or other group category. Material consists of correspo...

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Corporate Author: Historical Society of Pennsylvania (Creator)
Collection:Historical Society of Pennsylvania Autograph Collection
Collection Number:0022A
Format: Manuscript
Language:English
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Physical Description: 93.3 Linear feet 93.3 linear feet, 311 boxes,
Summary: This is an artificial collection created by HSP staff, containing manuscript materials from many sources. This extensive collection is arranged alphabetically. Most of the papers pertain to individuals although some are grouped by organization or other group category. Material consists of correspondence written by the individual, legal and formal documents, such as indentures and marriage and draft exemption certificates and/or printed material, such as broadsides. The individuals in this collection represent a broad range of fields, such as medicine, religion, diplomacy, the military, and the arts. In addition to people of local and national prominence, this collection also includes foreign individuals.