Armed Forces
Found in 1133 Collections and/or Records:
Letter from Walter Reed to Dorsey M. McPherson, April 2, 1880
Reed writes about lost dental tools. He comments on McPherson's scouting assignment and the resolution of a controversy concerning insubordination. He gives post news.
Letter from Walter Reed to Dorsey M. McPherson, June 18, 1880
Reed is glad McPherson arrived safely back at the post. He comments on their new roommate. Reed's wife is sick.
Letter from Walter Reed to Dorsey M. McPherson, July 10, 1880
McPherson is sick and resting. Reed is studying for a medical exam.
Letter from Walter Reed to Dorsey M. McPherson, April 3, 1880
Reed describes his departure from Arizona, and the confusion in getting his next permanent assignment. He awaits McPherson's visit.
Letter from Walter Reed to Dorsey M. McPherson, December 26, 1885
Reed is coming to Washington to apply for a leave extension. He plans to visit Florida, and then to visit New York City for coursework.
Letter from Walter Reed to Dorsey M. McPherson, April 13, 1886
Reed describes patients with erysipelas and double pneumonia. McPherson is to enter the Marine hospital service.
Letter from Walter Reed to E.A. de Schweinitz, September 6, 1900
Reed offers advice to de Schweinitz concerning the examination of medical students. Reed has learned of Carroll's illness in Cuba.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, July 18, 1874
Reed plans to enter the U.S. Army Medical Corps, and gives his rationale. He describes his experiences in the city. He explains his later plans for marriage and his philosophy of life.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, August 12, 1874
Reed informs Lawrence that he is studying for the Medical Corps exam. He describes the exam, and offers his opinion of social engagements.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, September 17, 1874
Reed is exhausted from work. He plans a trip home. His step-mother is curious about his relationship with Emilie Lawrence. He critiques contemporary novels.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, February 3, 1875
Reed writes that he misses her. Reed's step-mother is in Norfolk and may visit Murfeesboro - Emilie Lawrence's hometown. He has received his commission from Army Medical Corps.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, March 24, 1875
Reed discusses his future life in the Army and asks Emilie Lawrence to marry him.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, June 1, 1875
Reed and Emilie Lawrence are engaged. They anticipate separation for his military assignment.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, June 11, 1875
Reed informs Emilie Lawrence, his fiance, that the question of military leave is at the discretion of the Surgeon General.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, June 21, 1875
Reed has his uniform tailored for a photograph to give to Emilie Lawrence. He makes plans to visit her.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, July 27, 1875
Reed describes to Emilie Lawrence the difficulties he undergoes to reach his army post at Willets Point, New York harbor.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, July 29, 1875
Reed gives Emilie Lawrence a description of the U.S. Army base at Willets Point, New York harbor. He describes his duties there as a medical officer.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, August 1, 1875
Reed informs Emilie Lawrence that he has light military duties and an easy command as a medical officer at Willets Point U.S. Army base. He misses her.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, August 12, 1875
Reed responds to Emilie Lawrence's teasing. He alludes to their wedding planned for the fall of 1876. He is beginning study of French and German.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, August 19, 1875
Reed misses Emilie Lawrence. He offers a prayer to his deceased natural mother. He also discusses various topics, including medical treatments, a Catholic service, French lessons, and reading.