Mainly letters and papers of John LeConte and his family for the Civil War period, prior to departure for California. Included also: autobiographical sketch of John LeConte, genealogical notes, and a bound volume of reprints of papers by John Lawrence LeConte.

Number of containers: 3 boxes, 1 portfolio Linear feet: 1.6

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Collection is open for research.