Tyler, John, President U.S., 1790-1862. Papers.
- Location: McKeldin Library
Call Number: Microfilm J82.B2 1958 - 3 Reels
Description
This collection includes general correspondence (1710-1861) and an autograph collection (1691-1916). The papers reflect the social life and customs of Virginia.
The papers are divided into three series arranged chronologically or alphabetically.
The Index to the John Tyler Papers lists documents in the collection by proper name, date and series. The Index arranges items primarily by correspondent and then chronologically if a name is repeated. Some subject entries are used. The Reel List in the front of the Index indicates on which reel a particular series, date, or other information can be found. In order to retrieve material, one should consult the Index first and then the Reel List for the appropriate reel number.
Most of Tyler's papers were destroyed during the Civil War. The collection contains 1,410 manuscripts.
Index/Guide
The following source provides more detailed information about the contents of each microfilm reel in the collection:- MCK REF Z8897.5.U5 Cop.2 Folio
- U.S. Library of Congress. Manuscript Division.
Index to the John Tyler Papers.
