Description: This rare and historical document from 1863 titled "Northern Interests and Southern Independence: A Plea for United Action" is a must-have for any collector of rare and antique papers. It provides a unique insight into the political climate of the United States during that time and sheds light on the North-South divide that eventually led to the Civil War. The document is in nice condition and has been well-preserved over the years. It was a presentation copy given to the New Jersey Historical Society May 16, 1863 by Solomon Alfofsen. The paper was manufactured in the United States and is a testament to the quality of craftsmanship that was prevalent during that era. It is a piece of history that deserves to be cherished and displayed with pride. Get your hands on this rare collectible today and add a valuable piece of American history to your collection. Important Piece from a historic Civil War Library during the War. Solomon Alofsen ALOFSEN, Solomon, historian, born in Amsterdam, Netherlands, 22 November 1808; died in Arnheim, Holland, 10 October 1876. He was born of a good Dutch family and came to the United States in early manhood as secretary of legation, and, liking the country, settled in Jersey City. Here he married and went into the railroad business, being for a time secretary of the Illinois Central railroad, and dealing largely in investments. His favorite studies were historical and ethnological, and he became a prominent member of the societies of New York and vicinity. He read many papers at the meetings of the New York historical society and made valuable contributions to its collections. After forty years' residence in the United States he returned to Holland, where he was made a member of the royal antiquarian society. His library consisted mainly of Americana, and was especially full in the department of the civil war. It was carefully catalogued and sold in Utrecht in June 1876.
Price: 200 USD
Location: Worcester, Massachusetts
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