Alexander Hamilton Stephens photograph, 1840-1880
Collection context
Summary
- Creator:
- Pelot & Cole (Augusta, Ga.)
- Date:
- 1840-1880
- Extent:
- 1 folder(s)
- Language:
- English
- Preferred citation:
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Alexander Hamilton Stephens photograph, ms2315, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.
Background
- Scope and content:
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The collection consists of two items: a photograph of Alexander Hamilton Stephens and his body servant, and an explanatory note.
- Biographical / historical:
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Alexander Hamilton Stephens (1812-1883) was born near Crawfordville (Ga.) to Margaret Grier and Andrew Baskins Stephens. Liberty Hall in Crawfordville was his home. He was Vice President of the Confederacy during the Civil War, a United States Congressman, and died in office as Georgia Governor in 1883. For more information see the article Alexander Stephens in the New Georgia Encyclopedia.
Indexed terms
- Subjects:
- Photographs.
- Names:
- Stephens, Alexander Hamilton, 1812-1883 -- Photographs
Access and use restrictions
- Preferred citation:
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Alexander Hamilton Stephens photograph, ms2315, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.