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Manuscripts
These three items include a diary by Conwell and two related items regarding his service to the United States military. The diary (1874-1884) includes reminiscences by Conwell regarding his time with the First Minnesota Regiment Volunteers and his life post-war. It also includes poetry written by Conwell and various essays, etc. The other two items are: typed copy of "An act for the relief of Francis A. Conwell" by the 41st Congress, 2nd session, dated 1870, July; and letter by James Simpson Conwell (Francis' son) to the War Department regarding his fathers' military record and Loyal Legion membership, dated 1917, October 16 - attached to this is the War Department's response.
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