Williamson, R. S. 1824-1882.

R. S. Williamson correspondence, 1848-1854. - 10 items.

Open to research.

Letters (1848 January 21-1854 April 1) from Williamson to members of his family relating chiefly to his experiences as a lieutenant in the Army Corps of Topographical Engineers in California during the gold rush period.


Army officer.


Collection material in English.

Forms part of: Miscellaneous Manuscripts collection.

mm 84006152


United States. Army. Corps of Topographical Engineers.


Military topography--California.


California--Gold discoveries.


Army officers.