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James A. Forsythe collection

 Collection
Identifier: MS-0307
This collection consists of a notebook compiled by Cadet James A. Forsythe and a graduation bible. The notework contains copied poetry and company rosters. Forsythe's photograph album is also available in the VMI Archives.

Dates

  • 1871-1875

Creator

Physical Description

The notebook shows evidence of extensive water damage.

Conditions Governing Access

There are no restrictions

Conditions Governing Use

Manuscript collections in the VMI Archives are made available for educational and research use. The VMI Archives should be cited as the source. The user assumes all responsibility for identifying and satisfying any copyright holders. Materials from our collections may not be redistributed, published or reproduced without permission from the VMI Archives. Contact the VMI Archives for additional information.

Extent

2 items

Biographical / Historical

James Adger Forsythe was born in 1853 in Charleston, South Carolina. He graduated from VMI in 1875 and went on to become a businessman and lawyer. Forsythe died in 1925.

Physical Location

Manuscripts stacks

Physical Description

The notebook shows evidence of extensive water damage.

Repository Details

Part of the Virginia Military Institute Archives Repository

Contact:
VMI Archives
Preston Library
Lexington VA 24450
540-464-7516