Bancroft, George, 1800-1891
Dates
- Existence: 1800 - 1891
Biography
George Bancroft (October 3, 1800 – January 17, 1891) was an American historian and statesman who was prominent in promoting secondary education both in his home state and at the national and international levels. During his tenure as U.S. Secretary of the Navy, he established the United States Naval Academy at Annapolis in 1845. He was a senior American diplomat in Europe. Among his best-known writings is the magisterial series, History of the United States, from the Discovery of the American Continent.
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George Bancroft letter
Four-page letter from George Bancroft in New York to "My dear Sir" [i.e. George Ticknor], telling him that he is sending copied of Prescott's letter for Ticknor to copy.
George Bancroft letter
Four-page letter from George Bancroft in New York to "My dear Sir" [i.e. George Ticknor], telling him that he is sending more of Prescott's letters and explains his connection with the Prescotts.
George Bancroft letter
Letter from George Bancroft in New York to George Ticknor, telling him that he discovered more of Prescott's letters for Ticknor to copy.
George Bancroft letter
Letter from George Bancroft in New York to an unidentified recipient, declining invitation "to meet the societies of Dartmouth College at their commencement."
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Three-page letter from George Bancroft in Newport, Rhode Island to Mr. Knapp inclosing a check. Mention of certain papers, in which he is to mark what he finds of interest.
George Bancroft letter
Five-page letter from George Bancroft in Newport, Rhode Island to "My dear Sir" [George Ticknor], reminisces about Prescott. Prescott one wrote to Webster to help Hawthorne retain his position when General Taylor came into power.
George Bancroft letter
Two-page letter from George Bancroft in Newport, Rhode Island to "My dear Sir" [i.e. George Ticknor], telling him that he has made inquiries of his sister. Mentions his mother.