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University of Richmond

Anchored.

1 Volumes
"The playful structure of ANCHORED, an origami petal fold, reveals variations on the "row, row, row your boat" nursery rhyme. It was inspired by visits to see my father as he was ravaged by Alzheimer's disease. Despite losing most of his memories, the very earliest sometimes remained - like the refrain of familiar songs. Challenging pain or anxiety could be directed by a rousing round of "row, row". Dad always joined in with gusto, finding profound relief in knowing the words and being - as he always was - an essential part of the fun. The last round ends the song: "just come home to me." The edition of 40 books was letterpress printed with handset type and ornaments in one large circular form on vintage maritime maps and Usuzumi paper, then cut into pages before binding."--Colophon
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Anchored. 1 Volumes

Spring, Jessica
"The playful structure of ANCHORED, an origami petal fold, reveals variations on the "row, row, row your boat" nursery rhyme. It was inspired by visits to see my father as he was ravaged by Alzheimer's disease. Despite losing most of his memories, the very earliest sometimes remained - like the refrain of familiar songs. Challenging pain or anxiety could be directed by a rousing round of "row, row". Dad always joined in with gusto, finding profound relief in knowing the words and being - as he always was - an essential part of the fun. The last round ends the song: "just come home to me." The edition of 40 books was letterpress printed with handset type and ornaments in one large circular form on vintage maritime maps and Usuzumi paper, then cut into pages before binding."--Colophon
Virginia Military Institute Archives

Robert E. Lee Mexican War maps

30 items

This collection consists of 30 original military maps owned by Robert E. Lee. The bulk (28 items; 1846-1848) were used by Lee in Mexico when he was serving as a Captain in the United States Army Engineers Corps. Two of the maps were drawn by Lee and bear his signature. These maps comprise one of the most comprehensive cartographic resources for the study of the Mexican War.

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"Battles of Mexico"

"Survey of the line of operations of the U.S. Army under the command of Gen. Winfield Scott on the 19th and 20th of August 1847. Made by Major Turnbull, Capt. McClellan & Lieut. Hardcastle, Topo. Engineers. Drawn by Lieut. Hardcastle"

Washington and Lee University, Leyburn Library

Henry Donald Campbell Map Collection

35 Item
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Virginia Military Institute Archives

Leonard T. Gerow papers

0.50 cubic feet approximately 120 items

The Leonard T. Gerow papers consist of documents and photographs (approximately 120 items) from the military career of United States Army General Gerow. The collection includes correspondence with General Dwight D. Eisenhower, autobiographical material, speeches (1945 to 1948), and photographs. Material complementary to this collection is in Gerow's student/alumni file, which is located in the VMI Archives.

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D-Day map 1 items

Map of Normandy beachhead, 33.5 inches x 40 inches, labeled "Operation Map of the V Corps Attack and landing on Omaha Beach, Normandy, France, 6 June 1944. This map was carried ashore on D-Day by Lt. General L. T. Gerow, then Major General and Commander of the V Corps, VMI Class of 1911."

Virginia Military Institute Archives

Iwo Jima Map used by BG John S. Letcher in battle, 1945

1 items

Map, "Iwo Jima Volcano Islands. Special Air and Gunnery Target Map". Dated 1944 November 12. Used by VMI Alumnus and Marine Corps officer John S. Letcher, who played a prominent role in the battle of Iwo Jima in early 1945. This map is a companion piece to a 3D map model which is in the VMI Museum.

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Iwo Jima Map used by BG John S. Letcher in battle, 1945 1 items

Letcher, John S. (John Seymour) (1903-1994)

Map, "Iwo Jima Volcano Islands. Special Air and Gunnery Target Map". Dated 1944 November 12. Used by VMI Alumnus and Marine Corps officer John S. Letcher, who played a prominent role in the battle of Iwo Jima in early 1945. This map is a companion piece to a 3D map model which is in the VMI Museum.

Virginia Military Institute Archives

Patton Family papers

0.25 cubic feet approximately 40 items

This collection consists of documents (1855-1924) related to various members of the Patton Family. Primary subjects are the three individuals named George S. Patton (father, son, and grandson) all of whom attended VMI. The papers include:

  • Letters
  • Biographical information
  • Bank drafts
  • Commissions
  • Civil War manuscripts
  • A map used by General George S. Patton at the Battle of the Bulge during World War II
An inventory is available upon request.

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Hampden-Sydney College

Map of Scotland, 1708

1 Volumes 1 framed map

Framed, matted, partially hand-colored map of Scotland. Novissima Regni Scotiae septentrionalis et meridionalis tabula : divisae in ducatus, comitat., vice-comitat., prov., praefecturas, dominia et insulas / autore Petro Schenk cum privil. Translated from the map; "The latest map of the northern and southern kingdom of Scotland : divided into duchies, counties, vice-counties, provinces, governorships, dominions and islands / by the author Peter Schenk with priv."

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Map of Scotland, 1708 1 Volumes 1 framed map

Framed, matted, partially hand-colored map of Scotland. Novissima Regni Scotiae septentrionalis et meridionalis tabula : divisae in ducatus, comitat., vice-comitat., prov., praefecturas, dominia et insulas / autore Petro Schenk cum privil. Translated from the map; "The latest map of the northern and southern kingdom of Scotland : divided into duchies, counties, vice-counties, provinces, governorships, dominions and islands / by the author Peter Schenk with priv."

Washington and Lee University, Leyburn Library

Freeman Hansford Hart Collection

1 Linear Feet
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Virginia Military Institute Archives

Charles A. Derby papers

0.25 cubic feet Approximately 80 items in 1 box

The bulk of the Charles A. Derby papers consists of Derby family correspondence. Approximately twenty-eight letters were written by Charles A. Derby (dated 1844-1862) and cover the period from late boyhood up to his death in battle in 1862. Included are letters (dated 1846-1847) written while he was a cadet at VMI, as well as correspondence dating from his careers as a teacher and Episcopal clergyman. Two items were written during his brief service in the Confederate Army.

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Notebook

Henry L. Derby's notebook he kept while at the Theological Seminary in Fairfax County, Virginia. The notebook contains course lists and schedules, finances, and other writings. A loose piece of sheet music for "Prince of Peace" and a map of "Paul's Third Journey" are tucked into the back of the notebook.

  1. Derby family papers
  2. Henry L. Derby notebook

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