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Daniel Webster Andrews letters and family papers
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Description
Letters of Union naval officer Daniel Webster Andrews, with related family papers.
Background
Daniel Webster Andrews of Boston joined the Navy as an acting ensign aboard the USS Ino in 1863, moved to the USS Orvetta in late 1864, and after the Civil War served on the USS Don. He was the son of Boston merchant John Andrews (1790-1872) and Susan Masson Andrews (1795-1876). His siblings were Peter Andrews (b. 1819), Sarah Andrews Turner (b. 1821), and Charles J. Andrews (1830-1905).
Extent
503 items in 3 boxes (1.2 linear feet)
Restrictions
The Huntington Library does not require that researchers request permission to quote from or publish images of this material, nor does it charge fees for such activities. The responsibility for identifying the copyright holder, if there is one, and obtaining permission rests with the researcher.
Availability
Collection is open to qualified researchers by prior application through the Reader Services Department.