CIVIL WAR ARCHIVE 8th Maine Inf Co C William Linnell TINTYPE Letters
Identified Civil War Archive: Pvt. Linnell, 8th Maine Infantry, Co.
The 8th Maine saw significant action in the Eastern Theater, including the capture of Fort Pulaski, the Battle of Drury's Bluff, and the Siege of Petersburg. This grouping offers a rare, complete look at a Union soldier's life, combining authentic 1860s relics with a full research file. ORIGINAL PERIOD ARTIFACTS (Wartime & Post-War). Original 6th-Plate Tintype Portrait: A crisp, identified wartime photograph of Linnell in his Union uniform.
The image is clear with strong contrast, housed in a period frame/case. Original Personal Correspondence: A collection of [Insert Number] handwritten letters and [Insert Number] postal covers (envelopes) with original period stamps and circular date stamps.
Original Soldier's New Testament: A period-correct pocket Bible, a classic staple of a Civil War soldier's field kit. Original Post-War Photography: A large-format photograph of Linnell as an older man, providing excellent provenance and a "then-and-now" connection. Authentic Family Ephemera: Various original period receipts, handwritten notes, and miscellaneous documents belonging to the Linnell estate.
RESEARCH DOCUMENTS (Modern Reference Copies). Discharge Paperwork (Copy): Please note that the formal discharge certificate included is a high-quality reproduction/copy for historical completeness. Official Military & Pension Records (Copies): Extensive printed copies of Linnell's service records from the National Archives. These document his enlistment, physical description (5'6, blue eyes, light hair), and his full service history.
Regimental History: Printed summary of the 8th Maine's movements and combat history during the Civil War. All original paper items show expected age-related toning, edge wear, and patina consistent with 160-year-old documents. The tintype is in excellent display condition. By including both the original relics and the research copies, this lot provides a "museum-in-a-box" experience. I prioritize the preservation of these historical items.The archive will be professionally packed. Original documents and letters will be placed in acid-free archival sleeves.