Rand, Stephen, 1844-1915
Dates
- Existence: 1844 - 1915
Biography
Stephen Rand was born in Norwich, Vermont in 1844. He was a member of Dartmouth College Class of 1863 and received his AB in 1879. He became an assistant engineer in the United States Navy, continued his career in the Navy, and retired with the rank of rear admiral in 1911. Rand died in 1915.
Found in 4 Collections and/or Records:
Stephen Rand papers
Stephen Rand (1844-1915), admiral in the US Navy. Dartmouth College Class of 1863. The collection contains Rand's orders to serve on various ships, among them the "U.S.S. Kearsarge," letters of recommendation, and notes with engineer's drawings of machine parts related to ships.
Theodosia Stockbridge letter
Four-page letter from Theodosia Stockbridge in Hanover to Stephen Rand with news of Robert Orr's death. Writer asks if Stephen is "ready for its summons." "Do not let the din of war hinder your preparation to meet God." Letter also includes news of Orrin Kimball, Ireneus Gage, Eben Pardee and Henry Caswell.
Theodosia Stockbridge letter
Eight-page letter from Theodosia Stockbridge in Hanover to Stephen Rand in Pensacola, Florida with news of Hanover. The gymnasium is now in use, the old college bell has been replaced by a new one, a young man's debating club has been formed, sudden death of Mrs. Cobb. "It is only when we are prayerful...that we can 'walk in the light.'"
T.S. letter
Letter from an unidentified sender to Stephen Rand in Pensacola, Florida with news of family and friends. Also reports on Dartmouth baseball club victory, the adoption of Green as official college color and reports on the removal of Norwich University to Northfield, Vermont.