2026-05-09T21:12:36Z

George W. Rosenberger papers

Creator

Rosenberger, George W., 1823-1902

Abstract Or Scope

This collection consists of documents and photographs relating to George W. Rosenberger, his family, and the operation of his cattle breeding operation at the family farm,"Rosendale," located in Rockingham County, Virginia. The collection includes:

Papers documenting the breeding and sale of cattle (1854-1870s)

Confederate government "tax in kind" assessment documents (1864)

Civil War documents, largely pertaining to Rosenberger's hiring of Abner Canada to serve as his substitute in Confederate Army

One Confederate bond, 500 dollar denomination (1863)

Photographs and albums that feature images of family members and family property

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Collection Context

1. Virginia Military Institute Archives