Certificates, diploma, and letter, 1850-1888
File — Box: MSS OS box 5.37
Scope and Content
From the Collection:
This collection contains certificates awarded to Amos Beckwith and a letter sent along with one of the certificates for proof of receipt. Included are Beckwith's 1850 diploma from the United States Military Academy and commissioning certificates awarded as Beckwith moved up in rank. Among the certificates are his promotion to 2nd lieutenant in the 1st Regiment of Artillery in 1851, his promotion to brevet brigadier general in 1866, and his promotion to colonel in 1888.
Dates
- 1850-1888
Creator
- From the Collection: Beckwith, Amos (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
This collection is open for research.
Extent
From the Collection: 2.08 linear ft. (one oversized folder)
Language
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the Kenan Research Center at Atlanta History Center Repository