Amasa Trowbridge papers, circa 1813-1856.
- 10 items.
Open to research.
Three ALsS (1855 November 1 and 1856 April 10 and June 27) written by Trowbridge to Benson J. Lossing relating to Trowbridge's experiences during the War of 1812; accounts of the Battle of York, Toronto, Ont. (1813), the capture of Fort George, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ont., (1813), and the siege of Fort Erie, Ont. (1814); drawings of Toronto, Fort George, and Fort Erie during the War of 1812; clipping and photocopy of a drawing of fortifications at Pensacola, Fla.; autobiographical sketch (undated); article pertaining to Miles Vernon; and obituary of Edmund Pendleton Gaines.
Surgeon and army officer.
Collection material in English.
Forms part of: Miscellaneous Manuscripts collection.
York, Battle of, Toronto, Ont., 1813. Fortification--Florida--Pensacola.
Florida--History--War of 1812. Fort George (Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ont.) Fort Erie (Ont.)--History--Siege, 1814. Ontario--History--War of 1812. United States--History--Campaigns.--War of 1812 United States--History--Medical care.--War of 1812