James E. Tyler letter
Collection
Identifier: MS-0074
One letter (dated May 14, 1846) from VMI alumnus James E. Tyler to President James K. Polk, requesting a commission in the Army or Marine Corps. Tyler mentions recommendations from Francis H. Smith and John T.L. Preston, and states that he was an "inmate" of VMI for two years.
Dates
- 1846 May 14
Creator
- Tyler, James E., 1826-? (Person)
Restrictions on Access
There are no restrictions
Conditions Governing Use
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Extent
1 items
Biographical / Historical
James E. Tyler was born circa 1826 and was a non graduate of VMI, Class of 1845. No post-VMI information is currently known.
Physical Location
Manuscripts Stacks
Creator
- Tyler, James E., 1826-? (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Virginia Military Institute Archives Repository
